Gahira Nawagaon
Gahira Nawagaon is a village located in Dondi Luhara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dondiluhara (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Gahira Nawagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gahira Nawagaon unique in its vibrant Dondi Luhara-Durg region. You’ll see Gahira Nawagaon’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 Gahira Nawagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahira Nawagaon is 442969. The village spans a total geographical area of 452.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491771. Dondiluhara is nearest town to Gahira Nawagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gahira Nawagaon 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 Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gahira Nawagaon
Population of Gahira Nawagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gahira Nawagaon has a total population of about 1,700, with approximately 859 males and 841 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.12%, with male literacy at about 79.86% and female literacy near 64.21%. There are around 339 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahira Nawagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,700 | 859 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 117 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,133 | 570 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 686 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 173 | 301 |
Connectivity of Gahira Nawagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahira Nawagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gahira Nawagaon 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 Gahira Nawagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahira Nawagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahira Nawagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahira Nawagaon
- Where is Gahira Nawagaon located?
- Gahira Nawagaon village is situated in Dondi Luhara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahira Nawagaon?
- Gahira Nawagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gahira Nawagaon?
- The pincode of Gahira Nawagaon is 491771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahira Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahira Nawagaon is 1,700, with 859 males and 841 females.
- How many households are there in Gahira Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahira Nawagaon village has a total of 339 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahira Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahira Nawagaon is 72.12%. The male literacy rate is 79.86%, while the female literacy rate is 64.21%.