Ghusgaon - Rajpur, Barwani
Ghusgaon is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Ghusgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghusgaon is 478375. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.61 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghusgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghusgaon
As per Census 2011, Ghusgaon village has a total population of 2,164 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,063 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 969 literate and 1,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,984 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghusgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,101 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 205 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,984 | 1,011 | 973 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 561 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 540 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Ghusgaon
Ghusgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilkanth | East | 2.71 km |
| Bhorwada | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Deonali | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Lahadgaon | West | 3.34 km |
| Golpura | West | 3.67 km |
| Bobalwadi | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Golwadi | East | 4.88 km |
| Rui | North | 5.17 km |
| Rehgun | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Khapar Kheda | South | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghusgaon
Ghusgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Betavad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.0 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 Rajpur to Ghusgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Ghusgaon 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 Ghusgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghusgaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghusgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghusgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ghusgaon
Where is Ghusgaon located?
Ghusgaon village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghusgaon?
Ghusgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghusgaon?
The pincode of Ghusgaon is 451449.
What is the population of Ghusgaon?
Ghusgaon has a total population of 2,164, including 1,101 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Ghusgaon?
There are 387 households in Ghusgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghusgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghusgaon is 44.78%. Male literacy is 50.95% and female literacy is 38.38%.