Gaganpalli - Usur, Bijapur
Gaganpalli is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Gaganpalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaganpalli is 450914. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.4 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 152 km away.
Gaganpalli 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 Gaganpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Gaganpalli village had a total population of 391 people, including 205 males and 186 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.83%, with male literacy at 10.00% and female literacy at 1.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 369.
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 | 391 | 205 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 197 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 16 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 189 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Gaganpalli
Gaganpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konjed | West | 2.11 km |
| Narsapur | South | 2.41 km |
| Pusbaka | North | 3.58 km |
| Tekalgudiyam | South | 4.06 km |
| Gundam | East | 5.00 km |
| Polampalli | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Marudbaka | South-West | 5.76 km |
| Chinnagelur | East | 6.15 km |
| Lingapur | West | 6.15 km |
| Chirpur Bhatti | North | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaganpalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gaganpalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.2 km.
| 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 Dantewada to Gaganpalli is about 152 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Gaganpalli 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 Gaganpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaganpalli 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 Gaganpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaganpalli 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 Gaganpalli
Where is Gaganpalli located?
Gaganpalli village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaganpalli?
Gaganpalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaganpalli?
The pincode of Gaganpalli is 494447.
What is the population of Gaganpalli?
Gaganpalli had a total population of 391, including 205 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Gaganpalli?
Gaganpalli had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaganpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaganpalli was 5.83%. Male literacy was 10.00% and female literacy was 1.34%.