Gahanakhar
Gahanakhar is a village located in Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Saraipali (tehsildar office) and 134km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Lanti is the gram panchayat of Gahanakhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gahanakhar unique in its vibrant Saraipali-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Gahanakhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gahanakhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahanakhar is 446016. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Saraipali is nearest town to Gahanakhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Gahanakhar
Population of Gahanakhar
According to the 2011 Census, Gahanakhar has a total population of about 433, with approximately 228 males and 205 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 216. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.05%, with male literacy at about 70.18% and female literacy near 55.12%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahanakhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 433 | 228 | 205 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 112 | 104 |
Literate Population | 273 | 160 | 113 |
Illiterate Population | 160 | 68 | 92 |
Connectivity of Gahanakhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahanakhar. As per the 2011 stats, Gahanakhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahanakhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahanakhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahanakhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahanakhar
- Where is Gahanakhar located?
- Gahanakhar village is situated in Saraipali Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahanakhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gahanakhar is Lanti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gahanakhar?
- The pincode of Gahanakhar is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahanakhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahanakhar is 433, with 228 males and 205 females.
- How many households are there in Gahanakhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahanakhar village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahanakhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahanakhar is 63.05%. The male literacy rate is 70.18%, while the female literacy rate is 55.12%.