Gamjoo
Gamjoo is a village located in Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Takhatpur (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gamju is the gram panchayat of Gamjoo village.
Here you can discover what makes Gamjoo unique in its vibrant Takhatpur-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Gamjoo’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 Gamjoo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gamjoo is 438527. The village spans a total geographical area of 327.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494447. Lormi is nearest town to Gamjoo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gamjoo 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 Takhatpur 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 Gamjoo
Population of Gamjoo
According to the 2011 Census, Gamjoo has a total population of about 808, with approximately 410 males and 398 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 616. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.17%, with male literacy at about 53.17% and female literacy near 36.93%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gamjoo's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 410 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 310 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 218 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 192 | 251 |
Connectivity of Gamjoo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gamjoo. As per the 2011 stats, Gamjoo 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gamjoo
Knowing the nearby villages of Gamjoo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gamjoo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gamjoo
- Where is Gamjoo located?
- Gamjoo village is situated in Takhatpur Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gamjoo?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gamjoo is Gamju (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gamjoo?
- The pincode of Gamjoo is 494447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gamjoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gamjoo is 808, with 410 males and 398 females.
- How many households are there in Gamjoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gamjoo village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gamjoo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gamjoo is 45.17%. The male literacy rate is 53.17%, while the female literacy rate is 36.93%.