Gaud
Gaud is a village located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gaud village. As per 2009 stats, Gaud village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaud unique in its vibrant Janjgir-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Gaud’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 Gaud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaud is 436548. The village spans a total geographical area of 608.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495671. Champa is nearest town to Gaud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaud 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 Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaud
Population of Gaud
According to the 2011 Census, Gaud has a total population of about 2,508, with approximately 1,256 males and 1,252 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 437 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 400 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 240. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.26%, with male literacy at about 68.23% and female literacy near 44.25%. There are around 521 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,508 | 1,256 | 1,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 223 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 1,411 | 857 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,097 | 399 | 698 |
Connectivity of Gaud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaud. As per the 2011 stats, Gaud 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaud
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaud
- Where is Gaud located?
- Gaud village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaud?
- Gaud serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaud?
- The pincode of Gaud is 495671, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaud is 2,508, with 1,256 males and 1,252 females.
- How many households are there in Gaud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaud village has a total of 521 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaud is 56.26%. The male literacy rate is 68.23%, while the female literacy rate is 44.25%.