Gheribakodi - Harrai, Chhindwara
Gheribakodi is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Marhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gheribakodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gheribakodi is 494020. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.94 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gheribakodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gheribakodi
According to the 2011 Census, Gheribakodi village had a total population of 182 people, including 100 males and 82 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.26%, with male literacy at 47.89% and female literacy at 44.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 182 | 100 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 29 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 99 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 66 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Gheribakodi
Gheribakodi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gheribakodi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gheribakodi.
| 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 Harrai to Gheribakodi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Gheribakodi is about 136 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 Gheribakodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gheribakodi 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 Gheribakodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gheribakodi 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 Gheribakodi
Where is Gheribakodi located?
Gheribakodi village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gheribakodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gheribakodi is Marhi.
What is the pincode of Gheribakodi?
The pincode of Gheribakodi is 480224.
What is the population of Gheribakodi?
Gheribakodi had a total population of 182, including 100 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Gheribakodi?
Gheribakodi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gheribakodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gheribakodi was 46.26%. Male literacy was 47.89% and female literacy was 44.74%.