Gedgaon
Gedgaon is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Koliyari is the gram panchayat of Gedgaon village.
Gedgaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gedgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gedgaon is 448125. The village spans a total geographical area of 248.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Antagarh is nearest town to Gedgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gedgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gedgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gedgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 193 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 37 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 103 | 117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gedgaon village:
- The total population of Gedgaon village is around 384, including approximately 193 males and 191 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Gedgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gedgaon village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 238 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gedgaon village is about 42.71%, with male literacy at 46.63% and female literacy at 38.74%.
- There are around 82 households in Gedgaon village.
Connectivity of Gedgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gedgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gedgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gedgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gedgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gedgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gedgaon
- Where is Gedgaon located?
- Gedgaon village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gedgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gedgaon is Koliyari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gedgaon?
- The pincode of Gedgaon is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gedgaon is 384, with 193 males and 191 females.
- How many households are there in Gedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gedgaon village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gedgaon is 42.71%. The male literacy rate is 46.63%, while the female literacy rate is 38.74%.