Gahila
Gahila is a village located in Batouli tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Batouli (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Gahila village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gahila unique in its vibrant Batouli-Surguja region. You’ll see Gahila’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gahila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahila is 433528. The village spans a total geographical area of 991.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497101. Ambikapur is nearest town to Gahila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Gahila
Population of Gahila
According to the 2011 Census, Gahila has a total population of about 2,088, with approximately 1,050 males and 1,038 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 339 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,704. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.21%, with male literacy at about 50.86% and female literacy near 39.50%. There are around 480 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,088 | 1,050 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 174 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,704 | 856 | 848 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 534 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,144 | 516 | 628 |
Connectivity of Gahila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahila. As per the 2011 stats, Gahila 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahila
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahila
- Where is Gahila located?
- Gahila village is situated in Batouli Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahila?
- Gahila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gahila?
- The pincode of Gahila is 497101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahila is 2,088, with 1,050 males and 1,038 females.
- How many households are there in Gahila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahila village has a total of 480 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahila is 45.21%. The male literacy rate is 50.86%, while the female literacy rate is 39.50%.