Gufa - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Gufa is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 81 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Manganar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gufa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gufa is 451285. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.67 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bhairamgarh is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Gufa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gufa
According to the 2011 Census, Gufa village had a total population of 67 people, including 32 males and 35 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 26.92% and female literacy at 39.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Gufa
Gufa 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 Gufa
Public transport in the Gufa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhairamgarh to Gufa is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Gufa is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gufa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gufa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gufa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gufa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gufa
Where is Gufa located?
Gufa village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gufa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gufa is Manganar.
What is the pincode of Gufa?
The pincode of Gufa is 494450.
What is the population of Gufa?
Gufa had a total population of 67, including 32 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Gufa?
Gufa had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gufa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gufa was 33.33%. Male literacy was 26.92% and female literacy was 39.29%.