Gumgara Kalan
Gumgara Kalan is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Gaumgarakala is the gram panchayat of Gumgara Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gumgara Kalan unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Gumgara Kalan’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 Gumgara Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumgara Kalan is 433139. The village spans a total geographical area of 668.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Gumgara Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Gumgara Kalan
Population of Gumgara Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gumgara Kalan has a total population of about 1,509, with approximately 779 males and 730 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 95 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 878. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.50%, with male literacy at about 57.25% and female literacy near 41.23%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumgara Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 779 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 112 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 878 | 450 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 446 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 333 | 429 |
Connectivity of Gumgara Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumgara Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gumgara Kalan 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 Gumgara Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumgara Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumgara Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumgara Kalan
- Where is Gumgara Kalan located?
- Gumgara Kalan village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumgara Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gumgara Kalan is Gaumgarakala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gumgara Kalan?
- The pincode of Gumgara Kalan is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumgara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumgara Kalan is 1,509, with 779 males and 730 females.
- How many households are there in Gumgara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumgara Kalan village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumgara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumgara Kalan is 49.50%. The male literacy rate is 57.25%, while the female literacy rate is 41.23%.