Gajpur
Gajpur is a village located in Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Khairlanji (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Gajpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Gajpur has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gajpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajpur is 497477. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.33 hectares. Katangi is nearest town to Gajpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gajpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gajpur
Population of Gajpur
Below is a concise population overview of Gajpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 709 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 557 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 152 | 260 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gajpur village:
- The total population of Gajpur village is around 1,410, including approximately 709 males and 701 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Gajpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gajpur village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gajpur village is about 70.78%, with male literacy at 78.56% and female literacy at 62.91%.
- There are around 363 households in Gajpur village.
Connectivity of Gajpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gajpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajpur
- Where is Gajpur located?
- Gajpur village is situated in Khairlanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajpur?
- Gajpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajpur is 1,410, with 709 males and 701 females.
- How many households are there in Gajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajpur village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajpur is 70.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.56%, while the female literacy rate is 62.91%.