Ghatahari - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Ghatahari is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Ghatahari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatahari is 457422. The village covers a total geographical area of 671.76 hectares and falls under the 471510 pincode. Barigarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghatahari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatahari
As per Census 2011, Ghatahari village has a total population of 1,457 people, consisting of 788 males and 669 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 492 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatahari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,457 | 788 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 113 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 252 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 672 | 421 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 367 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatahari
Ghatahari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badaura Kalan | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Motipurwa | South | 3.94 km |
| Basahari | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Kharka | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Pahra | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Prakash Bamhauri | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Chak Ranibag | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Lausi | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Chak Rampur | South | 5.66 km |
| Joga | South-East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatahari
Ghatahari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kabrai, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barigarh to Ghatahari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Ghatahari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatahari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatahari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghatahari
Where is Ghatahari located?
Ghatahari village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatahari?
Ghatahari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghatahari?
The pincode of Ghatahari is 471510.
What is the population of Ghatahari?
Ghatahari has a total population of 1,457, including 788 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Ghatahari?
There are 274 households in Ghatahari.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatahari is 46.12%. Male literacy is 53.43% and female literacy is 37.52%.