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
As per Census 2011, Gangpur village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 205 males and 188 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 205 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| 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 has a total population of 393, including 205 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Gangpur?
There are 112 households in Gangpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangpur is 52.67%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 39.89%.