Gailugaon
Gailugaon is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Rajpalpur is the gram panchayat of Gailugaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Gailugaon unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Gailugaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gailugaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gailugaon is 437732. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Gailugaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gailugaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gailugaon
Population of Gailugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gailugaon has a total population of about 785, with approximately 384 males and 401 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 535 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.94%, with male literacy at about 60.94% and female literacy near 39.40%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gailugaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 384 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 259 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 392 | 234 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 150 | 243 |
Connectivity of Gailugaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gailugaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gailugaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gailugaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gailugaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gailugaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gailugaon
- Where is Gailugaon located?
- Gailugaon village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gailugaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gailugaon is Rajpalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gailugaon?
- The pincode of Gailugaon is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gailugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gailugaon is 785, with 384 males and 401 females.
- How many households are there in Gailugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gailugaon village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gailugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gailugaon is 49.94%. The male literacy rate is 60.94%, while the female literacy rate is 39.40%.