Gandhigram - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Gandhigram is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sarana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhigram is 480130. The village covers a total geographical area of 3327.52 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gandhigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhigram
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhigram village had a total population of 1,336 people, including 701 males and 635 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.43%, with male literacy at 77.24% and female literacy at 54.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,096, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 701 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 121 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,096 | 583 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 448 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 253 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhigram
Gandhigram 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 Gandhigram
Gandhigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Gandhigram is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Gandhigram is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhigram 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 Gandhigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhigram 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandhigram
Where is Gandhigram located?
Gandhigram village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandhigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhigram is Sarana.
What is the pincode of Gandhigram?
The pincode of Gandhigram is 465669.
What is the population of Gandhigram?
Gandhigram had a total population of 1,336, including 701 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Gandhigram?
Gandhigram had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhigram was 66.43%. Male literacy was 77.24% and female literacy was 54.95%.