Gora Seharai - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Gora Seharai is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Nayakhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gora Seharai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora Seharai is 500265. The village covers a total geographical area of 485 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gora Seharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gora Seharai
As per Census 2011, Gora Seharai village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 462 males and 427 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gora Seharai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 462 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 64 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 319 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 143 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Gora Seharai
Gora Seharai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpur Sehari | North | 2.20 km |
| Barodiya Pachhar | West | 2.40 km |
| Mogara | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Kurwasa | South | 2.68 km |
| Naya Kheda | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Suguruwa | East | 3.83 km |
| Lidhora Khurd | East | 4.35 km |
| Barai | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Nawni | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Piprod | North-West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gora Seharai
Gora Seharai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chanderi to Gora Seharai is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Gora Seharai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gora Seharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gora Seharai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gora Seharai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gora Seharai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gora Seharai
Where is Gora Seharai located?
Gora Seharai village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gora Seharai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gora Seharai is Nayakhera.
What is the pincode of Gora Seharai?
The pincode of Gora Seharai is 473446.
What is the population of Gora Seharai?
Gora Seharai has a total population of 889, including 462 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Gora Seharai?
There are 224 households in Gora Seharai.
What is the literacy rate in Gora Seharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora Seharai is 54.11%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 37.94%.