Golpura - Manawar, Dhar
Golpura is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Temrni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golpura is 475612. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.97 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Golpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golpura
According to the 2011 Census, Golpura village had a total population of 622 people, including 318 males and 304 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.88%, with male literacy at 62.41% and female literacy at 34.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 622.
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 | 622 | 318 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 622 | 318 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 171 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 147 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Golpura
Golpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sondul | South | 1.67 km |
| Petlawad | East | 2.31 km |
| Temarni | West | 2.32 km |
| Jalkhan | North | 2.42 km |
| Ambada | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Nigarni | South | 3.49 km |
| Morad | West | 3.64 km |
| Muhali | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Tonki | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Dasai | North-East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golpura
Golpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Manawar to Golpura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Golpura is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golpura 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 Golpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Golpura
Where is Golpura located?
Golpura village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Golpura is Temrni.
What is the pincode of Golpura?
The pincode of Golpura is 454446.
What is the population of Golpura?
Golpura had a total population of 622, including 318 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Golpura?
Golpura had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golpura was 48.88%. Male literacy was 62.41% and female literacy was 34.73%.