Gahila - Batouli, Surguja
Gahila is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Gahila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahila is 433528. The village covers a total geographical area of 991.61 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gahila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahila
As per Census 2011, Gahila village has a total population of 2,088 people, consisting of 1,050 males and 1,038 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 1,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,704 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahila are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gahila
Gahila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umapur | South | 2.57 km |
| Kot | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Jhargawan | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Belkota | East | 2.93 km |
| Silsila | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Kalipur | South | 3.42 km |
| Manja | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Lamgaon | North | 4.46 km |
| Maheshpur | West | 4.59 km |
| Parwatipur | North-East | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gahila
Gahila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.9 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 Ambikapur to Gahila is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahila 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gahila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gahila
Where is Gahila located?
Gahila village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahila?
Gahila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gahila?
The pincode of Gahila is 497101.
What is the population of Gahila?
Gahila has a total population of 2,088, including 1,050 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in Gahila?
There are 480 households in Gahila.
What is the literacy rate in Gahila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahila is 45.21%. Male literacy is 50.86% and female literacy is 39.50%.