Gamekela
Gamekela is a village located in Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Lailunga (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Gamekela village is also a gram panchayat.
Gamekela has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Gamekela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gamekela is 434575. The village spans a total geographical area of 650 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496113. Lailunga is nearest town to Gamekela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gamekela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lailundra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gamekela
Population of Gamekela
Below is a concise population overview of Gamekela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,168 | 570 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 54 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 840 | 409 | 431 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 415 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 155 | 322 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gamekela village:
- The total population of Gamekela village is around 1,168, including approximately 570 males and 598 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Gamekela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gamekela village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 840 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gamekela village is about 59.16%, with male literacy at 72.81% and female literacy at 46.15%.
- There are around 339 households in Gamekela village.
Connectivity of Gamekela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gamekela. As per the 2011 stats, Gamekela 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gamekela
Knowing the nearby villages of Gamekela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gamekela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gamekela
- Where is Gamekela located?
- Gamekela village is situated in Lailunga Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gamekela?
- Gamekela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gamekela?
- The pincode of Gamekela is 496113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gamekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gamekela is 1,168, with 570 males and 598 females.
- How many households are there in Gamekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gamekela village has a total of 339 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gamekela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gamekela is 59.16%. The male literacy rate is 72.81%, while the female literacy rate is 46.15%.