Gandhipur - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Gandhipur is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Gaurella and around 12 km from Bilaspur. Lalati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhipur is 437510. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.75 hectares and falls under the 495119 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gandhipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhipur
As per Census 2011, Gandhipur village has a total population of 619 people, consisting of 323 males and 296 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 323 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 314 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 160 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 163 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhipur
Gandhipur 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 Gandhipur
Gandhipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gandhipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pendra to Gandhipur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Gandhipur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandhipur
Where is Gandhipur located?
Gandhipur village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhipur is Lalati.
What is the pincode of Gandhipur?
The pincode of Gandhipur is 495119.
What is the population of Gandhipur?
Gandhipur has a total population of 619, including 323 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Gandhipur?
There are 155 households in Gandhipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhipur is 42.16%. Male literacy is 49.54% and female literacy is 34.12%.