Gondahoor - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Gondahoor is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gondahoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondahoor is 448201. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.19 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gondahoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gondahoor
According to the 2011 Census, Gondahoor village had a total population of 442 people, including 238 males and 204 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.08%, with male literacy at 58.15% and female literacy at 34.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 397.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 238 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 216 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 107 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 131 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Gondahoor
Gondahoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radha Nagar | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Sitapur | North | 1.43 km |
| Avadhpur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Kurusbodi | North | 2.31 km |
| Ravindra Nagar | South | 2.80 km |
| Bramhapur | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Hanker | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Jaipur | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Murjhar | South | 3.98 km |
| Kalyanpur | South-West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondahoor
Gondahoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Gondahoor is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Gondahoor is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondahoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondahoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gondahoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondahoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gondahoor
Where is Gondahoor located?
Gondahoor village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gondahoor?
Gondahoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gondahoor?
The pincode of Gondahoor is 494776.
What is the population of Gondahoor?
Gondahoor had a total population of 442, including 238 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Gondahoor?
Gondahoor had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gondahoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondahoor was 47.08%. Male literacy was 58.15% and female literacy was 34.18%.