Garhpatni - Basna, Mahasamund
Garhpatni is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Gadhpatni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhpatni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhpatni is 445793. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.58 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Garhpatni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhpatni
As per Census 2011, Garhpatni village has a total population of 1,292 people, consisting of 626 males and 666 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhpatni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,292 | 626 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 36 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 452 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 174 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Garhpatni
Garhpatni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badetemri | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Samanlor | North | 1.61 km |
| Surangipali | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Dudhipali | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Bansula | West | 2.08 km |
| Dumarpali | East | 2.38 km |
| Parrapat (pandrapat) | North | 2.49 km |
| Badedabha | South | 2.63 km |
| Chhotetemri | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Bitangipali | North | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhpatni
Garhpatni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| 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 Basna to Garhpatni is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Garhpatni is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhpatni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhpatni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhpatni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhpatni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhpatni
Where is Garhpatni located?
Garhpatni village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhpatni?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhpatni is Gadhpatni.
What is the pincode of Garhpatni?
The pincode of Garhpatni is 493554.
What is the population of Garhpatni?
Garhpatni has a total population of 1,292, including 626 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Garhpatni?
There are 323 households in Garhpatni.
What is the literacy rate in Garhpatni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhpatni is 60.53%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 49.55%.