Garhgaon Village - Basna, Mahasamund
Garhgaon is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Daldali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhgaon is 445705. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.63 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Garhgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhgaon
As per Census 2011, Garhgaon village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 302 males and 324 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 302 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 22 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 214 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 88 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Garhgaon
Garhgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Birendabari | West | 1.12 km |
| Tilaidadar | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Daldali | North | 1.77 km |
| Lotakholiya | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Sawrooppur | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Dhalam | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Bhuneswarpur | East | 3.21 km |
| Rangmatiya | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Rajpalpur | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Chanat | South-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garhgaon. The nearest railway station is Baradwar, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| 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 Basna to Garhgaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Garhgaon is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhgaon
Where is Garhgaon located?
Garhgaon village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhgaon is Daldali.
What is the pincode of Garhgaon?
The pincode of Garhgaon is 493555.
What is the population of Garhgaon?
Garhgaon has a total population of 626, including 302 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Garhgaon?
There are 129 households in Garhgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Garhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhgaon is 59.11%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 48.15%.