Himmatgarh - Chinour, Gwalior
Himmatgarh is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Himmatgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Himmatgarh is 454278. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.94 hectares and falls under the 475001 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Himmatgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Himmatgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Himmatgarh village had a total population of 1,336 people, including 688 males and 648 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.06%, with male literacy at 72.88% and female literacy at 48.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 1,336 | 688 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 98 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 430 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 258 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Himmatgarh
Himmatgarh 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 Himmatgarh
Public transport in the Himmatgarh is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gwalior to Himmatgarh is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Himmatgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Himmatgarh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Himmatgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Himmatgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Himmatgarh
Where is Himmatgarh located?
Himmatgarh village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Himmatgarh?
Himmatgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Himmatgarh?
The pincode of Himmatgarh is 475001.
What is the population of Himmatgarh?
Himmatgarh had a total population of 1,336, including 688 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Himmatgarh?
Himmatgarh had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Himmatgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Himmatgarh was 61.06%. Male literacy was 72.88% and female literacy was 48.26%.