Gedi Ama Village - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Gedi Ama is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Majholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gedi Ama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gedi Ama is 502068. The village covers a total geographical area of 747.81 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gedi Ama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pushprajgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gedi Ama
As per Census 2011, Gedi Ama village has a total population of 811 people, consisting of 411 males and 400 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gedi Ama are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 411 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 270 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 296 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 115 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Gedi Ama
Gedi Ama is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gedi Ama
Gedi Ama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dindori to Gedi Ama is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Gedi Ama is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gedi Ama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gedi Ama 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 Gedi Ama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gedi Ama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gedi Ama
Where is Gedi Ama located?
Gedi Ama village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gedi Ama?
The Gram Panchayat of Gedi Ama is Majholi.
What is the pincode of Gedi Ama?
The pincode of Gedi Ama is 484881.
What is the population of Gedi Ama?
Gedi Ama has a total population of 811, including 411 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Gedi Ama?
There are 215 households in Gedi Ama.
What is the literacy rate in Gedi Ama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gedi Ama is 67.57%. Male literacy is 72.02% and female literacy is 63.00%.