Gora Mchhawai - Badi, Raisen
Gora Mchhawai is a village situated in the Badi tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Gora Mchhawai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora Mchhawai is 484707. The village covers a total geographical area of 944.03 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Badi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gora Mchhawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gora Mchhawai
As per Census 2011, Gora Mchhawai village has a total population of 2,110 people, consisting of 1,144 males and 966 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gora Mchhawai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,110 | 1,144 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 193 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 193 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 729 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 415 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Gora Mchhawai
Gora Mchhawai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Isarpur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Gadarwas | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Bhouti | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Bankhedi Rewa | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Pamali | South | 4.07 km |
| Mudiya Kheda | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Biser | North | 4.34 km |
| Dhapada Khurd | East | 4.37 km |
| Dhapada Kalan | East | 4.38 km |
| Satwasa | South-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gora Mchhawai
Gora Mchhawai 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 Sohagpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badi to Gora Mchhawai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Gora Mchhawai is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gora Mchhawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gora Mchhawai 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 Gora Mchhawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gora Mchhawai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gora Mchhawai
Where is Gora Mchhawai located?
Gora Mchhawai village is located in Badi Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gora Mchhawai?
Gora Mchhawai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gora Mchhawai?
The pincode of Gora Mchhawai is 464665.
What is the population of Gora Mchhawai?
Gora Mchhawai has a total population of 2,110, including 1,144 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Gora Mchhawai?
There are 434 households in Gora Mchhawai.
What is the literacy rate in Gora Mchhawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora Mchhawai is 54.55%. Male literacy is 63.72% and female literacy is 43.69%.