Gholanya - Thikri, Barwani
Gholanya is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Kalapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gholanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gholanya is 478225. The village covers a total geographical area of 878.17 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gholanya 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 Gholanya
According to the 2011 Census, Gholanya village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 651 males and 490 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 753 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.51%, with male literacy at 58.14% and female literacy at 40.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 875.
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 | 1,141 | 651 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 92 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 448 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 325 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 326 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Gholanya
Gholanya 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 Gholanya
Gholanya 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Gholanya is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Gholanya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gholanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gholanya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gholanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gholanya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gholanya
Where is Gholanya located?
Gholanya village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gholanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gholanya is Kalapani.
What is the pincode of Gholanya?
The pincode of Gholanya is 451660.
What is the population of Gholanya?
Gholanya had a total population of 1,141, including 651 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Gholanya?
Gholanya had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gholanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gholanya was 50.51%. Male literacy was 58.14% and female literacy was 40.24%.