Gorpani - Umreth, Chhindwara
Gorpani is a village situated in the Umreth tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umreth and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Damua Raiyat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorpani is 494829. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.4 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gorpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorpani
As per Census 2011, Gorpani village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 442 males and 421 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 546 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 442 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 267 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 260 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 182 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Gorpani
Gorpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamunia Jethu | South | 1.58 km |
| Mankadei Ryt. | West | 2.09 km |
| Chhabdi Kalan | West | 2.85 km |
| Patha | North | 3.11 km |
| Dholan Khapa | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Ridhora Mal | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Damua Ryt. | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Sonapipari | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Gulba | North | 4.48 km |
| Satnoor | East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorpani
Gorpani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gangiwara, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Gorpani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorpani
Where is Gorpani located?
Gorpani village is located in Umreth Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorpani is Damua Raiyat.
What is the pincode of Gorpani?
The pincode of Gorpani is 480441.
What is the population of Gorpani?
Gorpani has a total population of 863, including 442 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Gorpani?
There are 170 households in Gorpani.
What is the literacy rate in Gorpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorpani is 50.29%. Male literacy is 58.82% and female literacy is 41.33%.