Vikrampur - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Vikrampur is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Vikrampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikrampur is 500227. The village covers a total geographical area of 1360 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vikrampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vikrampur
According to the 2011 Census, Vikrampur village had a total population of 2,285 people, including 1,199 males and 1,086 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.80%, with male literacy at 76.08% and female literacy at 41.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 455, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 416.
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 | 2,285 | 1,199 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 204 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 239 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 207 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 757 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 442 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Vikrampur
Vikrampur 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 Vikrampur
Vikrampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chanderi to Vikrampur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Vikrampur 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 Vikrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikrampur 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 Vikrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikrampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vikrampur
Where is Vikrampur located?
Vikrampur village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vikrampur?
Vikrampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vikrampur?
The pincode of Vikrampur is 473446.
What is the population of Vikrampur?
Vikrampur had a total population of 2,285, including 1,199 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Vikrampur?
Vikrampur had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vikrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikrampur was 59.80%. Male literacy was 76.08% and female literacy was 41.76%.