Garhphuljhar Village - Basna, Mahasamund
Garhphuljhar is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Gadhphulajhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhphuljhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhphuljhar is 445827. The village covers a total geographical area of 885.91 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Garhphuljhar 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 Garhphuljhar
As per Census 2011, Garhphuljhar village has a total population of 2,105 people, consisting of 1,034 males and 1,071 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 394 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhphuljhar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,105 | 1,034 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 134 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 137 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 184 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 763 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 271 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Garhphuljhar
Garhphuljhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanaksagar | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Kalkasa | East | 2.14 km |
| Pipalipali | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Baroli | West | 2.21 km |
| Chhotedabha | North | 2.34 km |
| Akharabhatha | South | 2.35 km |
| Lamkasa | East | 3.45 km |
| Badedabha | North | 3.49 km |
| Thakurpali | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Kurchundi | West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhphuljhar
Garhphuljhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basna to Garhphuljhar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Garhphuljhar is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhphuljhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhphuljhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhphuljhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhphuljhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garhphuljhar
Where is Garhphuljhar located?
Garhphuljhar village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhphuljhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhphuljhar is Gadhphulajhar.
What is the pincode of Garhphuljhar?
The pincode of Garhphuljhar is 493554.
What is the population of Garhphuljhar?
Garhphuljhar has a total population of 2,105, including 1,034 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Garhphuljhar?
There are 458 households in Garhphuljhar.
What is the literacy rate in Garhphuljhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhphuljhar is 65.23%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 56.96%.