Gajradih - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Gajradih is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 52 km from Kasdol and around 85 km from Raipur. Murumdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajradih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajradih is 444199. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.09 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Mahasamund is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gajradih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajradih
According to the 2011 Census, Gajradih village had a total population of 288 people, including 154 males and 134 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.49%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 119 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 35 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gajradih
Gajradih is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gajradih
Gajradih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahasamund to Gajradih is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Gajradih is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajradih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajradih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gajradih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajradih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajradih
Where is Gajradih located?
Gajradih village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gajradih?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajradih is Murumdih.
What is the pincode of Gajradih?
The pincode of Gajradih is 492112.
What is the population of Gajradih?
Gajradih had a total population of 288, including 154 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Gajradih?
Gajradih had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajradih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajradih was 75.49%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 61.54%.