Gaurishankar Nagar
Gaurishankar Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 142km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Maroda is the gram panchayat of Gaurishankar Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaurishankar Nagar unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Gaurishankar Nagar’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 Gaurishankar Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaurishankar Nagar is 448338. The village spans a total geographical area of 210.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Gaurishankar Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaurishankar Nagar 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.
Google Map of Gaurishankar Nagar
Population of Gaurishankar Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gaurishankar Nagar has a total population of about 695, with approximately 355 males and 340 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.26%, with male literacy at about 63.94% and female literacy near 48.24%. There are around 141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaurishankar Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 695 | 355 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 391 | 227 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 128 | 176 |
Connectivity of Gaurishankar Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaurishankar Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gaurishankar Nagar 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 Gaurishankar Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaurishankar Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaurishankar Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurishankar Nagar
- Where is Gaurishankar Nagar located?
- Gaurishankar Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaurishankar Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaurishankar Nagar is Maroda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaurishankar Nagar?
- The pincode of Gaurishankar Nagar is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaurishankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurishankar Nagar is 695, with 355 males and 340 females.
- How many households are there in Gaurishankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaurishankar Nagar village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaurishankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurishankar Nagar is 56.26%. The male literacy rate is 63.94%, while the female literacy rate is 48.24%.