Gadagauri - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Gadagauri is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gandagauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadagauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadagauri is 447488. The village covers a total geographical area of 977.77 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gadagauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadagauri
As per Census 2011, Gadagauri village has a total population of 1,278 people, consisting of 623 males and 655 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,091 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadagauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 623 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,091 | 534 | 557 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 514 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 109 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Gadagauri
Gadagauri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambahara | South | 2.23 km |
| Kottara | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Badegauri | North | 2.86 km |
| Lilejhar | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Guttitola | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Khairkheda | East | 4.23 km |
| Bagdongari | South | 4.23 km |
| Jawartara | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Barkachhar | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Hinganjhar | South | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadagauri
Gadagauri 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 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Gadagauri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Gadagauri is about 26 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 Gadagauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadagauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadagauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadagauri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadagauri
Where is Gadagauri located?
Gadagauri village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadagauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadagauri is Gandagauri.
What is the pincode of Gadagauri?
The pincode of Gadagauri is 494337.
What is the population of Gadagauri?
Gadagauri has a total population of 1,278, including 623 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Gadagauri?
There are 299 households in Gadagauri.
What is the literacy rate in Gadagauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadagauri is 72.07%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 62.14%.