Gunapur - Lormi, Mungeli
Gunapur is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Lormi and around 74 km from Bilaspur. Dholgi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunapur is 437699. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.08 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gunapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunapur
As per Census 2011, Gunapur village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 187 males and 198 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 187 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 97 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 90 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Gunapur
Gunapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paraswara | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Chechandih | West | 2.25 km |
| Bharatpur | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Dholgi | South | 3.40 km |
| Mohbandha | West | 3.46 km |
| Kanchanpur | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Lapti | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Rahangi | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Bandhi | West | 4.05 km |
| Budhwara | South | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gunapur. The nearest railway station is Salkaroad, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 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 Lormi to Gunapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Gunapur is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gunapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunapur
Where is Gunapur located?
Gunapur village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunapur is Dholgi.
What is the pincode of Gunapur?
The pincode of Gunapur is 495115.
What is the population of Gunapur?
Gunapur has a total population of 385, including 187 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Gunapur?
There are 94 households in Gunapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gunapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunapur is 43.64%. Male literacy is 51.87% and female literacy is 35.86%.