Chandrapura - Gormi, Bhind
Chandrapura is a village situated in the Gormi tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gormi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Manpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapura is 453243. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.45 hectares and falls under the 477660 pincode. Gormi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chandrapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandrapura
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapura village had a total population of 671 people, including 348 males and 323 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 87.99% and female literacy at 65.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194.
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 | 671 | 348 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 271 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 77 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapura
Chandrapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lawan | West | 2.46 km |
| Manpura | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Sondha | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Lalpura | North | 3.25 km |
| Shreekapura | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Emanpura | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Manhad | East | 4.11 km |
| Chapra | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Mehdoli | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Jagnnathpura | South-West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandrapura
Chandrapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sondha Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gormi to Chandrapura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Chandrapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapura 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 Chandrapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapura 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 Chandrapura
Where is Chandrapura located?
Chandrapura village is located in Gormi Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandrapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapura is Manpura.
What is the pincode of Chandrapura?
The pincode of Chandrapura is 477660.
What is the population of Chandrapura?
Chandrapura had a total population of 671, including 348 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapura?
Chandrapura had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapura was 77.01%. Male literacy was 87.99% and female literacy was 65.28%.