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
As per Census 2011, Gandhigram village has a total population of 1,336 people, consisting of 701 males and 635 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 748 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,096 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhigram are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,336, including 701 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Gandhigram?
There are 319 households in Gandhigram.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhigram is 55.99%. Male literacy is 63.91% and female literacy is 47.24%.