Girdharpur - Karahal, Sheopur
Girdharpur is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Hirapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girdharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girdharpur is 451828. The village covers a total geographical area of 1648 hectares and falls under the 476337 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Girdharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girdharpur
As per Census 2011, Girdharpur village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 360 males and 337 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 453 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girdharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 360 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 231 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 119 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 241 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Girdharpur
Girdharpur 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 Girdharpur
Girdharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Girdharpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheopur to Girdharpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girdharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girdharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girdharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girdharpur 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 Girdharpur
Where is Girdharpur located?
Girdharpur village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girdharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Girdharpur is Hirapur.
What is the pincode of Girdharpur?
The pincode of Girdharpur is 476337.
What is the population of Girdharpur?
Girdharpur has a total population of 697, including 360 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Girdharpur?
There are 148 households in Girdharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Girdharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girdharpur is 29.84%. Male literacy is 33.06% and female literacy is 26.41%.