Gajpur - Khairlanji, Balaghat
Gajpur is a village situated in the Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khairlanji and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Gajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajpur is 497477. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.33 hectares and falls under the 481337 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajpur
As per Census 2011, Gajpur village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 709 males and 701 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 998 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajpur are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 557 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 152 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Gajpur
Gajpur 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 Gajpur
Gajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katangi to Gajpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Gajpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gajpur
Where is Gajpur located?
Gajpur village is located in Khairlanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajpur?
Gajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gajpur?
The pincode of Gajpur is 481337.
What is the population of Gajpur?
Gajpur has a total population of 1,410, including 709 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Gajpur?
There are 363 households in Gajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajpur is 70.78%. Male literacy is 78.56% and female literacy is 62.91%.