Gahira - Lailunga, Raigarh
Gahira is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Bhakurra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahira is 434633. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.97 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gahira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahira
As per Census 2011, Gahira village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 152 males and 151 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 152 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 97 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 127 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 25 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Gahira
Gahira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilaidarha | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Bhakurra | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Gunu | West | 2.51 km |
| Sagarpali | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Banekela | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Kerabahar | East | 3.20 km |
| Chingari | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Jhagarpur | North | 4.28 km |
| Sohanpur | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Bhendimuda | North-East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gahira
Gahira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 Lailunga to Gahira is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Gahira is about 75 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 Gahira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahira 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gahira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gahira
Where is Gahira located?
Gahira village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahira?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahira is Bhakurra.
What is the pincode of Gahira?
The pincode of Gahira is 496113.
What is the population of Gahira?
Gahira has a total population of 303, including 152 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Gahira?
There are 81 households in Gahira.
What is the literacy rate in Gahira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahira is 72.61%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 61.59%.