Gadhpara - Mehgaon, Bhind
Gadhpara is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Garhpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadhpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhpara is 453187. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.36 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gadhpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadhpara
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhpara village had a total population of 2,339 people, including 1,312 males and 1,027 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 52.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247.
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 | 2,339 | 1,312 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 175 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 140 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 942 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 370 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhpara
Gadhpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surawali | North | 2.43 km |
| Baraso | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Patlokhari | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Neemgaon | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Dagar | West | 3.52 km |
| Goara | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Chhajupura | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Siloli | West | 4.29 km |
| Silaupura | South | 4.43 km |
| Jithaso | South | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadhpara
Gadhpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Itehar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mehgaon to Gadhpara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Gadhpara is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadhpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadhpara
Where is Gadhpara located?
Gadhpara village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadhpara is Garhpara.
What is the pincode of Gadhpara?
The pincode of Gadhpara is 477557.
What is the population of Gadhpara?
Gadhpara had a total population of 2,339, including 1,312 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Gadhpara?
Gadhpara had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhpara was 69.62%. Male literacy was 82.85% and female literacy was 52.20%.