Gailunga
Gailunga is a village located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Gaylunga is the gram panchayat of Gailunga village.
Gailunga has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gailunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gailunga is 433651. The village spans a total geographical area of 943.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496224. Bagicha is nearest town to Gailunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gailunga 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 Jashpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gailunga
Below is a concise population overview of Gailunga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,127 | 569 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 82 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 943 | 478 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 355 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 214 | 331 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gailunga village:
- The total population of Gailunga village is around 1,127, including approximately 569 males and 558 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 171 children aged 0–6 years in Gailunga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gailunga village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 943 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gailunga village is about 51.64%, with male literacy at 62.39% and female literacy at 40.68%.
- There are around 243 households in Gailunga village.
Connectivity of Gailunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gailunga. As per the 2011 stats, Gailunga 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 Gailunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Gailunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gailunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gailunga
- Where is Gailunga located?
- Gailunga village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gailunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gailunga is Gaylunga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gailunga?
- The pincode of Gailunga is 496224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gailunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gailunga is 1,127, with 569 males and 558 females.
- How many households are there in Gailunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gailunga village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gailunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gailunga is 51.64%. The male literacy rate is 62.39%, while the female literacy rate is 40.68%.