Geer - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Geer is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Geer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geer is 503550. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.98 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Geer 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 Geer
According to the 2011 Census, Geer village had a total population of 1,192 people, including 638 males and 554 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.35%, with male literacy at 57.96% and female literacy at 33.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 809.
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 | 1,192 | 638 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 809 | 418 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 284 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 354 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Geer
Geer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godawar | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Semra | East | 2.95 km |
| Badhnai | West | 3.56 km |
| Saraha | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Rajasarai | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Sundar | North | 4.01 km |
| Judwar | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Karlo | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Bodi | South | 5.76 km |
| Budhadand | West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Geer
Geer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.
| 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 Singrauli to Geer is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Geer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Geer
Where is Geer located?
Geer village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Geer?
Geer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Geer?
The pincode of Geer is 486882.
What is the population of Geer?
Geer had a total population of 1,192, including 638 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Geer?
Geer had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geer was 46.35%. Male literacy was 57.96% and female literacy was 33.02%.