Ghunghasi - Pati, Barwani
Ghunghasi is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Pospur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghunghasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghunghasi is 478091. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112.82 hectares and falls under the 451551 pincode. Barwani is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ghunghasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghunghasi
As per Census 2011, Ghunghasi village has a total population of 1,544 people, consisting of 771 males and 773 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 1,225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghunghasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,544 | 771 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 174 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,345 | 686 | 659 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 175 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 596 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Ghunghasi
Ghunghasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipiya Khedi | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Pospur | South | 2.32 km |
| Amlali | North | 3.85 km |
| Khajpur | East | 3.95 km |
| Bamnali | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Bhawati | North | 4.27 km |
| Semli | South | 4.32 km |
| Bijasan | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Babultad | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Chandankhedi | North | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghunghasi
Ghunghasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 km.
| 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 Barwani to Ghunghasi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghunghasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghunghasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghunghasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghunghasi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghunghasi
Where is Ghunghasi located?
Ghunghasi village is located in Pati Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghunghasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghunghasi is Pospur.
What is the pincode of Ghunghasi?
The pincode of Ghunghasi is 451551.
What is the population of Ghunghasi?
Ghunghasi has a total population of 1,544, including 771 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Ghunghasi?
There are 275 households in Ghunghasi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghunghasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghunghasi is 20.66%. Male literacy is 22.70% and female literacy is 18.63%.