Gidawarli - Darbha, Bastar
Gidawarli is a village situated in the Darbha tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darbha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Nelegondibodenar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gidawarli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gidawarli is 449583. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.86 hectares and falls under the 494442 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gidawarli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gidawarli
According to the 2011 Census, Gidawarli village had a total population of 448 people, including 210 males and 238 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.87%, with male literacy at 25.28% and female literacy at 17.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
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 | 448 | 210 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 206 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 165 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Gidawarli
Gidawarli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilegondibodenar | West | 1.02 km |
| Kelaur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Temrubhata | North | 4.01 km |
| Pakhnar | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Bhosariras | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Chhotekilepal | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Chandragiri | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Gumadpal | East | 5.56 km |
| Adwal | North-West | 6.14 km |
| Goriyapal | North | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gidawarli
Gidawarli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumar Sadra, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Gidawarli is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gidawarli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gidawarli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gidawarli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gidawarli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gidawarli
Where is Gidawarli located?
Gidawarli village is located in Darbha Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gidawarli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gidawarli is Nelegondibodenar.
What is the pincode of Gidawarli?
The pincode of Gidawarli is 494442.
What is the population of Gidawarli?
Gidawarli had a total population of 448, including 210 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Gidawarli?
Gidawarli had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gidawarli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gidawarli was 20.87%. Male literacy was 25.28% and female literacy was 17.21%.