Ghhoti Ghusmara - Lanji, Balaghat
Ghhoti Ghusmara is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Ghotighusmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghhoti Ghusmara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghhoti Ghusmara is 498499. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.25 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ghhoti Ghusmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghhoti Ghusmara
As per Census 2011, Ghhoti Ghusmara village has a total population of 1,324 people, consisting of 635 males and 689 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 717 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghhoti Ghusmara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,324 | 635 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 717 | 334 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 512 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 123 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Ghhoti Ghusmara
Ghhoti Ghusmara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghhoti Ghusmara
Ghhoti Ghusmara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanji to Ghhoti Ghusmara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Ghhoti Ghusmara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghhoti Ghusmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghhoti Ghusmara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghhoti Ghusmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghhoti Ghusmara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghhoti Ghusmara
Where is Ghhoti Ghusmara located?
Ghhoti Ghusmara village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghhoti Ghusmara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghhoti Ghusmara is Ghotighusmara.
What is the pincode of Ghhoti Ghusmara?
The pincode of Ghhoti Ghusmara is 481222.
What is the population of Ghhoti Ghusmara?
Ghhoti Ghusmara has a total population of 1,324, including 635 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Ghhoti Ghusmara?
There are 321 households in Ghhoti Ghusmara.
What is the literacy rate in Ghhoti Ghusmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghhoti Ghusmara is 71.07%. Male literacy is 80.63% and female literacy is 62.26%.