Gaorpani - Harrai, Chhindwara
Gaorpani is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Gaurpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaorpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaorpani is 494207. The village covers a total geographical area of 990.3 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gaorpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaorpani
As per Census 2011, Gaorpani village has a total population of 1,522 people, consisting of 761 males and 761 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 929 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,035 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaorpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,522 | 761 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 97 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,035 | 521 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 543 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 218 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Gaorpani
Gaorpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijori Ryt. | North | 2.86 km |
| Tilepani | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Madwa Ryt. | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Karer | West | 4.75 km |
| Ghaghra Ryt. | North | 4.95 km |
| Sindrai | South-West | 5.11 km |
| Mahulpani | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Chikhli | East | 5.76 km |
| Babaiya | South-East | 5.85 km |
| Gunguch | North-West | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaorpani
Public transport in the Gaorpani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kapurdha Halt, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 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 Amarwara to Gaorpani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Gaorpani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaorpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaorpani 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gaorpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaorpani 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 Gaorpani
Where is Gaorpani located?
Gaorpani village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaorpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaorpani is Gaurpani.
What is the pincode of Gaorpani?
The pincode of Gaorpani is 480224.
What is the population of Gaorpani?
Gaorpani has a total population of 1,522, including 761 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Gaorpani?
There are 350 households in Gaorpani.
What is the literacy rate in Gaorpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaorpani is 61.04%. Male literacy is 71.35% and female literacy is 50.72%.