Gauripur (Charaigonda) - Daura-Kochali, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Gauripur (Charaigonda) is a village situated in the Daura-Kochali tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 42 km from Balrampur and around 62 km from Ambikapur. Makro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauripur (Charaigonda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauripur (Charaigonda) is 431969. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.24 hectares and falls under the 497119 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gauripur (Charaigonda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauripur (Charaigonda)
As per Census 2011, Gauripur (Charaigonda) village has a total population of 401 people, consisting of 197 males and 204 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauripur (Charaigonda) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 197 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 17 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 96 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 113 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 84 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Gauripur (Charaigonda)
Gauripur (Charaigonda) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Chalgali | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Kodaki | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Makro | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Ranhat | East | 2.01 km |
| Lefari | East | 3.74 km |
| Bhairopur(bhutka) | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Khairadih | South | 4.54 km |
| Saraswatipur | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Lurgi Khurd | East | 5.03 km |
| Silauta | South | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gauripur (Charaigonda)
Gauripur (Charaigonda) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalpurgram, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 157.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratappur to Gauripur (Charaigonda) is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Gauripur (Charaigonda) is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauripur (Charaigonda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauripur (Charaigonda) 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 Gauripur (Charaigonda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauripur (Charaigonda) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gauripur (Charaigonda)
Where is Gauripur (Charaigonda) located?
Gauripur (Charaigonda) village is located in Daura-Kochali Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauripur (Charaigonda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauripur (Charaigonda) is Makro.
What is the pincode of Gauripur (Charaigonda)?
The pincode of Gauripur (Charaigonda) is 497119.
What is the population of Gauripur (Charaigonda)?
Gauripur (Charaigonda) has a total population of 401, including 197 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur (Charaigonda)?
There are 99 households in Gauripur (Charaigonda).
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur (Charaigonda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauripur (Charaigonda) is 46.63%. Male literacy is 57.36% and female literacy is 36.27%.