Goripura - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Goripura is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Vanjala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goripura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goripura is 499400. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Goripura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goripura
According to the 2011 Census, Goripura village had a total population of 177 people, including 94 males and 83 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.46%, with male literacy at 43.04% and female literacy at 24.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 60 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Goripura
Goripura 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 Goripura
Goripura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raghogarh to Goripura is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Goripura is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goripura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goripura 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 Goripura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goripura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goripura
Where is Goripura located?
Goripura village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Goripura?
The Gram Panchayat of Goripura is Vanjala.
What is the pincode of Goripura?
The pincode of Goripura is 473287.
What is the population of Goripura?
Goripura had a total population of 177, including 94 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Goripura?
Goripura had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goripura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goripura was 34.46%. Male literacy was 43.04% and female literacy was 24.64%.