Guhannala - Nagri, Dhamtari
Guhannala is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Guhan Nala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhannala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhannala is 447343. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.29 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Nagari is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Guhannala 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 Guhannala
As per Census 2011, Guhannala village has a total population of 883 people, consisting of 451 males and 432 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 729 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guhannala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 451 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 729 | 376 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 282 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 169 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Guhannala
Guhannala 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 Guhannala
Guhannala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nagari to Guhannala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Guhannala is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhannala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhannala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guhannala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhannala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guhannala
Where is Guhannala located?
Guhannala village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhannala?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhannala is Guhan Nala.
What is the pincode of Guhannala?
The pincode of Guhannala is 493773.
What is the population of Guhannala?
Guhannala has a total population of 883, including 451 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Guhannala?
There are 152 households in Guhannala.
What is the literacy rate in Guhannala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhannala is 52.32%. Male literacy is 62.53% and female literacy is 41.67%.