Gangpur - Ghansaur, Seoni
Gangpur is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Dhanwahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangpur is 496227. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.55 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Gangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangpur village had a total population of 393 people, including 205 males and 188 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.09%, with male literacy at 79.04% and female literacy at 48.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 393 | 205 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 178 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 132 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 73 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Gangpur
Gangpur 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 Gangpur
Gangpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ghansaur to Gangpur is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Gangpur is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangpur 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 Gangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangpur
Where is Gangpur located?
Gangpur village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangpur is Dhanwahi.
What is the pincode of Gangpur?
The pincode of Gangpur is 480997.
What is the population of Gangpur?
Gangpur had a total population of 393, including 205 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Gangpur?
Gangpur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangpur was 64.09%. Male literacy was 79.04% and female literacy was 48.08%.