Gampur - Gangaloor, Bijapur
Gampur is a village situated in the Gangaloor tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 85 km from Bijapur and around 85 km from Bijapur. Gampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gampur is 450998. The village covers a total geographical area of 1503.55 hectares and falls under the 494444 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Gampur 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 Gampur
According to the 2011 Census, Gampur village had a total population of 378 people, including 186 males and 192 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.97%, with male literacy at 22.37% and female literacy at 8.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 378 | 186 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 186 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 34 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 152 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Gampur
Gampur 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 Gampur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gampur.
| 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 Bijapur to Gampur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gampur 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 Gampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gampur 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 Gampur
Where is Gampur located?
Gampur village is located in Gangaloor Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gampur?
Gampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gampur?
The pincode of Gampur is 494444.
What is the population of Gampur?
Gampur had a total population of 378, including 186 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Gampur?
Gampur had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gampur was 14.97%. Male literacy was 22.37% and female literacy was 8.02%.