Gairuai - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Gairuai is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Khamhnia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairuai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairuai is 503644. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.41 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gairuai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gairuai
As per Census 2011, Gairuai village has a total population of 399 people, consisting of 196 males and 203 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gairuai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 399 | 196 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 185 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 111 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 85 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Gairuai
Gairuai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhan Dewa | North | 2.35 km |
| Bagdewa | West | 2.70 km |
| Pinjreha | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Mahuriya | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Amsi | South | 3.61 km |
| Deeghar Kalan | North | 3.95 km |
| Durdura | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Patehara | West | 4.13 km |
| Atraila (rajghat) | North | 4.13 km |
| Badgadi | North-West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gairuai
Gairuai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Gairuai is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Gairuai is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairuai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairuai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gairuai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairuai 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 Gairuai
Where is Gairuai located?
Gairuai village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairuai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairuai is Khamhnia.
What is the pincode of Gairuai?
The pincode of Gairuai is 486882.
What is the population of Gairuai?
Gairuai has a total population of 399, including 196 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Gairuai?
There are 78 households in Gairuai.
What is the literacy rate in Gairuai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairuai is 49.12%. Male literacy is 56.63% and female literacy is 41.87%.