Gulpur - Lanji, Balaghat
Gulpur is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Sarra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulpur is 498627. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gulpur village had a total population of 151 people, including 70 males and 81 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 151 | 70 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 20 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Gulpur
Gulpur 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 Gulpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gulpur.
| 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 Lanji to Gulpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Gulpur 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 Gulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gulpur
Where is Gulpur located?
Gulpur village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulpur is Sarra.
What is the pincode of Gulpur?
The pincode of Gulpur is 481222.
What is the population of Gulpur?
Gulpur had a total population of 151, including 70 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Gulpur?
Gulpur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulpur was 70.31%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 58.82%.