Ghugharla Kalan - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Ghugharla Kalan is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Dungariya Raiyat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghugharla Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghugharla Kalan is 493969. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghugharla Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghugharla Kalan
As per Census 2011, Ghugharla Kalan village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 290 males and 285 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghugharla Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 290 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 246 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 197 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 93 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Ghugharla Kalan
Ghugharla 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 Ghugharla Kalan
Ghugharla Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Amarwara to Ghugharla Kalan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Ghugharla Kalan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghugharla Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghugharla Kalan 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 Ghugharla 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 Ghugharla Kalan 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 Ghugharla Kalan
Where is Ghugharla Kalan located?
Ghugharla Kalan village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghugharla Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghugharla Kalan is Dungariya Raiyat.
What is the pincode of Ghugharla Kalan?
The pincode of Ghugharla Kalan is 480221.
What is the population of Ghugharla Kalan?
Ghugharla Kalan has a total population of 575, including 290 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Ghugharla Kalan?
There are 118 households in Ghugharla Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Ghugharla Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghugharla Kalan is 55.48%. Male literacy is 67.93% and female literacy is 42.81%.