Garha Kalan - Berasia, Bhopal
Garha Kalan is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Garha Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha Kalan is 482128. The village covers a total geographical area of 1250.17 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garha Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Garha Kalan village had a total population of 2,136 people, including 1,094 males and 1,042 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 78.48% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 2,136 | 1,094 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 132 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 156 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 755 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 339 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Garha Kalan
Garha Kalan 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 Garha Kalan
Garha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Garha Kalan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berasia to Garha Kalan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Garha Kalan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garha Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garha Kalan 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 Garha Kalan
Where is Garha Kalan located?
Garha Kalan village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garha Kalan?
Garha Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garha Kalan?
The pincode of Garha Kalan is 462120.
What is the population of Garha Kalan?
Garha Kalan had a total population of 2,136, including 1,094 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Garha Kalan?
Garha Kalan had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha Kalan was 68.38%. Male literacy was 78.48% and female literacy was 57.69%.