Gadamras - Tongpal, Sukma
Gadamras is a village situated in the Tongpal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 47 km from Darbha and around 76 km from Jagdalpur. Edjepal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadamras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadamras is 449633. The village covers a total geographical area of 1244.47 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Gadamras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadamras
According to the 2011 Census, Gadamras village had a total population of 600 people, including 293 males and 307 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.67%, with male literacy at 44.54% and female literacy at 23.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 548.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 293 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 548 | 265 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 106 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 187 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Gadamras
Gadamras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surrepal | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Idjepal | West | 3.41 km |
| Kodripal | North | 3.48 km |
| Kindarwada | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Kokawada | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Mekhawaya | South | 4.08 km |
| Sadrapal | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Puspal | East | 4.91 km |
| Sagunghat | North | 5.85 km |
| Netanar | South-East | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadamras
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gadamras. The nearest railway station is Kumar Sadra, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 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 Jagdalpur to Gadamras is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Gadamras is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadamras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadamras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadamras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadamras 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadamras
Where is Gadamras located?
Gadamras village is located in Tongpal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadamras?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadamras is Edjepal.
What is the pincode of Gadamras?
The pincode of Gadamras is 494115.
What is the population of Gadamras?
Gadamras had a total population of 600, including 293 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Gadamras?
Gadamras had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadamras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadamras was 33.67%. Male literacy was 44.54% and female literacy was 23.64%.