Ghorpad - Samudrapur, Wardha
Ghorpad is a village situated in the Samudrapur tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samudrapur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Antargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorpad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorpad is 534592. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.08 hectares and falls under the 442305 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghorpad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghorpad
As per Census 2011, Ghorpad village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 64 males and 51 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 796 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorpad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorpad
Ghorpad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Antargaon | West | 1.41 km |
| Undirgaon | East | 1.73 km |
| Jogingumpha | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Dhondgaon | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Shivanfal | East | 3.56 km |
| Lokhandi | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South | 3.78 km |
| Husenpur | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Shirpur | North | 4.48 km |
| Yedalabad | North | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorpad
Ghorpad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hinganghat, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinganghat to Ghorpad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Ghorpad is about 61 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 Ghorpad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorpad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorpad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorpad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghorpad
Where is Ghorpad located?
Ghorpad village is located in Samudrapur Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorpad?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorpad is Antargaon.
What is the pincode of Ghorpad?
The pincode of Ghorpad is 442305.
What is the population of Ghorpad?
Ghorpad has a total population of 115, including 64 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Ghorpad?
There are 29 households in Ghorpad.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorpad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorpad is 78.26%. Male literacy is 84.38% and female literacy is 70.59%.