Gunchapur Village - Katghora, Korba
Gunchapur is a village situated in the Katghora tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katghora and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Mohanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunchapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunchapur is 435855. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.68 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gunchapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katghora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunchapur
As per Census 2011, Gunchapur village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 169 males and 169 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunchapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 169 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 116 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 53 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Gunchapur
Gunchapur 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 Gunchapur
Gunchapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Gunchapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Gunchapur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunchapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunchapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gunchapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunchapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunchapur
Where is Gunchapur located?
Gunchapur village is located in Katghora Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunchapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunchapur is Mohanpur.
What is the pincode of Gunchapur?
The pincode of Gunchapur is 495445.
What is the population of Gunchapur?
Gunchapur has a total population of 338, including 169 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Gunchapur?
There are 76 households in Gunchapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gunchapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunchapur is 57.40%. Male literacy is 68.64% and female literacy is 46.15%.