Hemra - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Hemra is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Hemra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemra is 490963. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.66 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hemra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hemra
As per Census 2011, Hemra village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 431 males and 432 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hemra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 431 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 52 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 119 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 329 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 102 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Hemra
Hemra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badiya Ghat | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Manakheda | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Dhoda Keshla | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Richha | South | 2.00 km |
| Chhitapar | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Sagoriya | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Badiya Ghat | North | 3.42 km |
| Andiya | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Barman Khurd | East | 3.73 km |
| Bitli | South | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hemra
Hemra 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 Karapgaon, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kareli to Hemra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Hemra is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemra 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hemra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemra 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hemra
Where is Hemra located?
Hemra village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemra?
Hemra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hemra?
The pincode of Hemra is 487771.
What is the population of Hemra?
Hemra has a total population of 863, including 431 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Hemra?
There are 204 households in Hemra.
What is the literacy rate in Hemra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemra is 67.21%. Male literacy is 76.33% and female literacy is 58.10%.