Dhourpur - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Dhourpur is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Umariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhourpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhourpur is 490693. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.08 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhourpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhourpur
As per Census 2011, Dhourpur village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 81 males and 75 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhourpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 57 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 24 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dhourpur
Dhourpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salaiya | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Umariya | North | 1.87 km |
| Gurra | East | 1.99 km |
| Lalu | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Budhaina | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Boriya | West | 3.60 km |
| Gubariya | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Bhama | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Lamheta | North | 3.93 km |
| Bamhani | South | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhourpur
Dhourpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gotegaon to Dhourpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Dhourpur is about 48 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 Dhourpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhourpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhourpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhourpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhourpur
Where is Dhourpur located?
Dhourpur village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhourpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhourpur is Umariya.
What is the pincode of Dhourpur?
The pincode of Dhourpur is 487001.
What is the population of Dhourpur?
Dhourpur has a total population of 156, including 81 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Dhourpur?
There are 36 households in Dhourpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhourpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhourpur is 60.90%. Male literacy is 70.37% and female literacy is 50.67%.