Gumanpur Markahar - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Gumanpur Markahar is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Dadu Tal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumanpur Markahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumanpur Markahar is 457464. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.25 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gumanpur Markahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumanpur Markahar
According to the 2011 Census, Gumanpur Markahar village had a total population of 64 people, including 36 males and 28 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 14 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Gumanpur Markahar
Gumanpur Markahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hajipur | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Barikhera | North | 2.19 km |
| Bachhera Khera | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Chak Dadutal | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Dadutal | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Gaur Shivpur | East | 4.18 km |
| Goyra | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Bariyari | North | 4.41 km |
| Imlahi | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Mau Girwan | North-East | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gumanpur Markahar
Gumanpur Markahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khurhand, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| 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 Chandla to Gumanpur Markahar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Gumanpur Markahar is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumanpur Markahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumanpur Markahar 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 Gumanpur Markahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumanpur Markahar 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 Gumanpur Markahar
Where is Gumanpur Markahar located?
Gumanpur Markahar village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gumanpur Markahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumanpur Markahar is Dadu Tal.
What is the pincode of Gumanpur Markahar?
The pincode of Gumanpur Markahar is 471525.
What is the population of Gumanpur Markahar?
Gumanpur Markahar had a total population of 64, including 36 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Gumanpur Markahar?
Gumanpur Markahar had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumanpur Markahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumanpur Markahar was 74.00%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 68.18%.