Ghunchoo - Rajnagar, Chhatarpur
Ghunchoo is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Ghunchu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghunchoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghunchoo is 457966. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.93 hectares and falls under the 471625 pincode. Rajnagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ghunchoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghunchoo
As per Census 2011, Ghunchoo village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 520 males and 438 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 400 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghunchoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 520 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 85 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 218 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 338 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 182 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Ghunchoo
Ghunchoo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bila | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Pratappura | South | 3.37 km |
| Tiktai | East | 3.47 km |
| Kurela | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Talgaon | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Rajapur | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Bhilguwan | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Bigpur | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Lalpur | West | 5.55 km |
| Simrahi | East | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghunchoo
Public transport in the Ghunchoo is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajnagar to Ghunchoo is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Ghunchoo is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghunchoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghunchoo 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 Ghunchoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghunchoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghunchoo
Where is Ghunchoo located?
Ghunchoo village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghunchoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghunchoo is Ghunchu.
What is the pincode of Ghunchoo?
The pincode of Ghunchoo is 471625.
What is the population of Ghunchoo?
Ghunchoo has a total population of 958, including 520 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Ghunchoo?
There are 182 households in Ghunchoo.
What is the literacy rate in Ghunchoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghunchoo is 53.55%. Male literacy is 65.00% and female literacy is 39.95%.