Garkhuwan - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Garkhuwan is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Garkhunwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garkhuwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkhuwan is 458140. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.62 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Garkhuwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garkhuwan
As per Census 2011, Garkhuwan village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 683 males and 610 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 530 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garkhuwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 683 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 122 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 148 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 330 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 353 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Garkhuwan
Garkhuwan 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 Garkhuwan
Garkhuwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bada Malhera to Garkhuwan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Garkhuwan is about 56 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 Garkhuwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkhuwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garkhuwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkhuwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garkhuwan
Where is Garkhuwan located?
Garkhuwan village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkhuwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkhuwan is Garkhunwa.
What is the pincode of Garkhuwan?
The pincode of Garkhuwan is 471311.
What is the population of Garkhuwan?
Garkhuwan has a total population of 1,293, including 683 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Garkhuwan?
There are 295 households in Garkhuwan.
What is the literacy rate in Garkhuwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkhuwan is 40.99%. Male literacy is 48.32% and female literacy is 32.79%.