Gattasilli - Belargaon, Dhamtari
Gattasilli is a village situated in the Belargaon tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Nagari and around 45 km from Dhamtari. Gattasilli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gattasilli is 447213. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.25 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gattasilli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gattasilli
As per Census 2011, Gattasilli village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 995 males and 1,083 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,352 literate and 726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,331 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gattasilli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 995 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,331 | 637 | 694 |
| Literate Population | 1,352 | 765 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 230 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Gattasilli
Gattasilli 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 Gattasilli
Gattasilli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Gattasilli is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Gattasilli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gattasilli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gattasilli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gattasilli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gattasilli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gattasilli
Where is Gattasilli located?
Gattasilli village is located in Belargaon Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gattasilli?
Gattasilli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gattasilli?
The pincode of Gattasilli is 493773.
What is the population of Gattasilli?
Gattasilli has a total population of 2,078, including 995 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Gattasilli?
There are 542 households in Gattasilli.
What is the literacy rate in Gattasilli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gattasilli is 65.06%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 54.20%.