Githauri - Pali, Umaria
Githauri is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Ghunghuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Githauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Githauri is 468126. The village covers a total geographical area of 780.34 hectares and falls under the 484551 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Githauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Githauri
According to the 2011 Census, Githauri village had a total population of 308 people, including 154 males and 154 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.74%, with male literacy at 72.39% and female literacy at 55.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 308 | 154 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 143 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 97 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 57 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Githauri
Githauri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghun Ghuti | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Barhai | West | 4.49 km |
| Patnar Kalan | East | 4.61 km |
| Karkati | West | 5.29 km |
| Kachodar | South | 5.82 km |
| Maman | North-East | 7.92 km |
| Kurabar | West | 8.20 km |
| Dhaurai | East | 8.47 km |
| Majhigawan | South-East | 8.69 km |
| Arjhuni | East | 8.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Githauri
Githauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghunghuti, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pali to Githauri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Githauri is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Githauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Githauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Githauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Githauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Githauri
Where is Githauri located?
Githauri village is located in Pali Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Githauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Githauri is Ghunghuti.
What is the pincode of Githauri?
The pincode of Githauri is 484551.
What is the population of Githauri?
Githauri had a total population of 308, including 154 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Githauri?
Githauri had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Githauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Githauri was 63.74%. Male literacy was 72.39% and female literacy was 55.40%.