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.

Gahanakhar has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gahanakhar

Below is a concise population overview of Gahanakhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahanakhar village:

  • The total population of Gahanakhar village is around 433, including approximately 228 males and 205 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Gahanakhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahanakhar village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 216 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gahanakhar village is about 63.05%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 55.12%.
  • There are around 129 households in Gahanakhar village.

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)
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%.