Gorbi - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Gorbi is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chitrangi and around 42 km from Singrauli. Gorvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorbi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorbi is 503596. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.54 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gorbi 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 Gorbi
As per Census 2011, Gorbi village has a total population of 2,370 people, consisting of 1,214 males and 1,156 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 701 literate and 1,669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorbi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,370 | 1,214 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 281 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 200 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,255 | 637 | 618 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 431 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,669 | 783 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Gorbi
Gorbi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ingura | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Karaila | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Phuljhar | West | 4.17 km |
| Tikuritola | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Khirwa | East | 6.06 km |
| Lotan | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Mahdeiya | West | 6.40 km |
| Barkoni (barmani) | North-West | 6.86 km |
| Rajkhand | West | 7.08 km |
| Solang | South-West | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorbi
Gorbi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Singrauli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Gorbi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Gorbi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorbi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorbi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorbi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorbi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorbi
Where is Gorbi located?
Gorbi village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorbi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorbi is Gorvi.
What is the pincode of Gorbi?
The pincode of Gorbi is 486882.
What is the population of Gorbi?
Gorbi has a total population of 2,370, including 1,214 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Gorbi?
There are 405 households in Gorbi.
What is the literacy rate in Gorbi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorbi is 29.58%. Male literacy is 35.50% and female literacy is 23.36%.