Hingpani - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Hingpani is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chhuadehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hingpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingpani is 493979. The village covers a total geographical area of 510 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hingpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hingpani
According to the 2011 Census, Hingpani village had a total population of 728 people, including 359 males and 369 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.96%, with male literacy at 70.25% and female literacy at 57.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 728 | 359 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 33 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 229 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 130 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Hingpani
Hingpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhuwadei | East | 1.87 km |
| Deori Gangaram | North | 2.17 km |
| Sukhari Kalan | West | 2.22 km |
| Chhui | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Seja | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Thawri Kalan | South | 3.50 km |
| Haran Bhata | West | 3.63 km |
| Dhanda | North | 3.91 km |
| Dhasanwada | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Sukhari Khurd | West | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingpani
Hingpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chourai, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Amarwara to Hingpani is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Hingpani 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 Hingpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingpani 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 Hingpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingpani 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hingpani
Where is Hingpani located?
Hingpani village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hingpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Hingpani is Chhuadehi.
What is the pincode of Hingpani?
The pincode of Hingpani is 480221.
What is the population of Hingpani?
Hingpani had a total population of 728, including 359 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Hingpani?
Hingpani had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hingpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingpani was 63.96%. Male literacy was 70.25% and female literacy was 57.46%.