Gumgara Kalan - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Gumgara Kalan is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Gaumgarakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumgara Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumgara Kalan is 433139. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.77 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gumgara Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumgara Kalan
As per Census 2011, Gumgara Kalan village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 779 males and 730 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 878 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gumgara Kalan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gumgara Kalan
Gumgara Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gumgara Khurd | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Katkona | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Parsodi Kalan | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Bagdarri | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Binkara | South | 2.85 km |
| Amera | East | 3.21 km |
| Janakpur | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Sukhari | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Korja | South | 4.59 km |
| Kalapara | North | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gumgara Kalan
Gumgara Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalpurgram, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhanpur to Gumgara Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Gumgara Kalan is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumgara Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumgara Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gumgara Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumgara Kalan 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 Gumgara Kalan
Where is Gumgara Kalan located?
Gumgara Kalan village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumgara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumgara Kalan is Gaumgarakala.
What is the pincode of Gumgara Kalan?
The pincode of Gumgara Kalan is 497116.
What is the population of Gumgara Kalan?
Gumgara Kalan has a total population of 1,509, including 779 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Gumgara Kalan?
There are 368 households in Gumgara Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Gumgara Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumgara Kalan is 49.50%. Male literacy is 57.25% and female literacy is 41.23%.