Gawadekhasgaon - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Gawadekhasgaon is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bulawand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawadekhasgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawadekhasgaon is 448034. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.15 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gawadekhasgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawadekhasgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gawadekhasgaon village had a total population of 525 people, including 251 males and 274 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.52%, with male literacy at 62.94% and female literacy at 34.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 520.
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 | 525 | 251 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 249 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 124 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 127 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Gawadekhasgaon
Gawadekhasgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imlipadar | East | 1.64 km |
| Kodokhasgaon | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Lamkanhar | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Lampuri | North | 2.46 km |
| Kuhche | South | 2.67 km |
| Bulawand | West | 3.37 km |
| Kodagaon | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Deharitopal | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Badetopal | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Tahkal | East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gawadekhasgaon
Gawadekhasgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Gawadekhasgaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Gawadekhasgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawadekhasgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawadekhasgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawadekhasgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawadekhasgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawadekhasgaon
Where is Gawadekhasgaon located?
Gawadekhasgaon village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawadekhasgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawadekhasgaon is Bulawand.
What is the pincode of Gawadekhasgaon?
The pincode of Gawadekhasgaon is 494665.
What is the population of Gawadekhasgaon?
Gawadekhasgaon had a total population of 525, including 251 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Gawadekhasgaon?
Gawadekhasgaon had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawadekhasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawadekhasgaon was 48.52%. Male literacy was 62.94% and female literacy was 34.93%.