Gujri - Dharampuri, Dhar
Gujri is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Gojari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujri is 475823. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.09 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dharampuri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gujri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gujri
As per Census 2011, Gujri village has a total population of 3,123 people, consisting of 1,634 males and 1,489 females. The village has 586 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,205 literate and 918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 529 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gujri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,123 | 1,634 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 193 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 136 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 529 | 322 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 2,205 | 1,254 | 951 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 380 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Gujri
Gujri 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 Gujri
Gujri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampuri to Gujri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Gujri 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 Gujri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gujri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gujri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gujri
Where is Gujri located?
Gujri village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gujri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujri is Gojari.
What is the pincode of Gujri?
The pincode of Gujri is 454552.
What is the population of Gujri?
Gujri has a total population of 3,123, including 1,634 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Gujri?
There are 586 households in Gujri.
What is the literacy rate in Gujri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujri is 70.61%. Male literacy is 76.74% and female literacy is 63.87%.