Gangepura - Lahar, Bhind
Gangepura is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Gangepura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangepura is 453645. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168.07 hectares and falls under the 477449 pincode. Alampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gangepura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangepura
As per Census 2011, Gangepura village has a total population of 2,705 people, consisting of 1,432 males and 1,273 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,727 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 802 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangepura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,705 | 1,432 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 203 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 802 | 409 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,727 | 1,051 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 381 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Gangepura
Gangepura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Roor Jagdishpura | South | 1.08 km |
| Larsa | East | 1.59 km |
| Rarua No.2 | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Salaiya | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Chadraua | South | 2.61 km |
| Arusi | North | 2.77 km |
| Naginpura | West | 2.80 km |
| Bhavlhara | South | 2.94 km |
| Kanksi | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Phardua | North-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangepura
Gangepura 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 Erich Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alampur to Gangepura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Gangepura is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangepura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangepura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangepura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangepura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gangepura
Where is Gangepura located?
Gangepura village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangepura?
Gangepura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangepura?
The pincode of Gangepura is 477449.
What is the population of Gangepura?
Gangepura has a total population of 2,705, including 1,432 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Gangepura?
There are 631 households in Gangepura.
What is the literacy rate in Gangepura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangepura is 63.84%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 53.10%.