Gitpahar
Gitpahar is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Gitpahar village is also a gram panchayat.
Gitpahar 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 Gitpahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gitpahar is 447500. The village spans a total geographical area of 1005.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494333. Charama is nearest town to Gitpahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gitpahar 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 Bhanupratappur 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.
Google Map of Gitpahar
Population of Gitpahar
Below is a concise population overview of Gitpahar 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 | 2,534 | 1,270 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 138 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,396 | 695 | 701 |
| Literate Population | 1,632 | 943 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 327 | 575 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gitpahar village:
- The total population of Gitpahar village is around 2,534, including approximately 1,270 males and 1,264 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 281 children aged 0–6 years in Gitpahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gitpahar village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,396 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gitpahar village is about 64.40%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 54.51%.
- There are around 562 households in Gitpahar village.
Connectivity of Gitpahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gitpahar. As per the 2011 stats, Gitpahar 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 Gitpahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gitpahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gitpahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gitpahar
- Where is Gitpahar located?
- Gitpahar village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gitpahar?
- Gitpahar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gitpahar?
- The pincode of Gitpahar is 494333, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gitpahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gitpahar is 2,534, with 1,270 males and 1,264 females.
- How many households are there in Gitpahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gitpahar village has a total of 562 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gitpahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gitpahar is 64.40%. The male literacy rate is 74.25%, while the female literacy rate is 54.51%.