Garhpayali - Baihar, Balaghat
Garhpayali is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kandai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhpayali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhpayali is 498041. The village covers a total geographical area of 1060.42 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garhpayali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhpayali
As per Census 2011, Garhpayali village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 275 males and 304 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 541 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhpayali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 275 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 256 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 152 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 123 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Garhpayali
Garhpayali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandai | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Deodongri | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Bhurruk | North | 5.04 km |
| Bhutna | East | 5.09 km |
| Pathari | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Lahangakanhar | South-East | 5.55 km |
| Kiniya | North-West | 7.20 km |
| Chhinditola | North | 8.15 km |
| Limoti | South-West | 8.16 km |
| Murkuta | South | 8.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhpayali
Garhpayali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| 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 Baihar to Garhpayali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Garhpayali is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhpayali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhpayali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhpayali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhpayali 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 Garhpayali
Where is Garhpayali located?
Garhpayali village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhpayali?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhpayali is Kandai.
What is the pincode of Garhpayali?
The pincode of Garhpayali is 481105.
What is the population of Garhpayali?
Garhpayali has a total population of 579, including 275 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Garhpayali?
There are 124 households in Garhpayali.
What is the literacy rate in Garhpayali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhpayali is 48.88%. Male literacy is 55.27% and female literacy is 43.09%.