Gurwandi
Gurwandi is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Mangahoor is the gram panchayat of Gurwandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurwandi unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Gurwandi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gurwandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurwandi is 447726. The village spans a total geographical area of 493.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494771. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Gurwandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gurwandi 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 Gurwandi
Population of Gurwandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gurwandi has a total population of about 260, with approximately 124 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 1096 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 168. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.15%, with male literacy at about 62.10% and female literacy near 41.18%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurwandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 124 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 77 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 47 | 80 |
Connectivity of Gurwandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurwandi. As per the 2011 stats, Gurwandi 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 Gurwandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurwandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurwandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurwandi
- Where is Gurwandi located?
- Gurwandi village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurwandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurwandi is Mangahoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurwandi?
- The pincode of Gurwandi is 494771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurwandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurwandi is 260, with 124 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Gurwandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurwandi village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurwandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurwandi is 51.15%. The male literacy rate is 62.10%, while the female literacy rate is 41.18%.