Gaurgaon - Mainpur, Gariyaband
Gaurgaon is a village situated in the Mainpur tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Mainpur and around 170 km from Raipur. Gaurgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaurgaon is 445422. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350.31 hectares and falls under the 493885 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Gaurgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaurgaon
As per Census 2011, Gaurgaon village has a total population of 1,237 people, consisting of 608 males and 629 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaurgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 608 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 81 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,148 | 562 | 586 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 348 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 260 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Gaurgaon
Gaurgaon 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 Gaurgaon
Gaurgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariyaband to Gaurgaon is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Gaurgaon is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaurgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaurgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaurgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaurgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaurgaon
Where is Gaurgaon located?
Gaurgaon village is located in Mainpur Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurgaon?
Gaurgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaurgaon?
The pincode of Gaurgaon is 493885.
What is the population of Gaurgaon?
Gaurgaon has a total population of 1,237, including 608 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Gaurgaon?
There are 264 households in Gaurgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaurgaon is 46.32%. Male literacy is 57.24% and female literacy is 35.77%.