Gayatripur - Basna, Mahasamund
Gayatripur is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Bandabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gayatripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gayatripur is 445653. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.3 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gayatripur 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 Gayatripur
As per Census 2011, Gayatripur village has a total population of 206 people, consisting of 104 males and 102 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gayatripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gayatripur
Gayatripur 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 Gayatripur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gayatripur.
| 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 Gayatripur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Gayatripur is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gayatripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gayatripur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gayatripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gayatripur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gayatripur
Where is Gayatripur located?
Gayatripur village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gayatripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gayatripur is Bandabri.
What is the pincode of Gayatripur?
The pincode of Gayatripur is 493558.
What is the population of Gayatripur?
Gayatripur has a total population of 206, including 104 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Gayatripur?
There are 47 households in Gayatripur.
What is the literacy rate in Gayatripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayatripur is 62.62%. Male literacy is 67.31% and female literacy is 57.84%.