Gutera - Harrai, Chhindwara
Gutera is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Bhumka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gutera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutera is 494081. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.94 hectares and falls under the 480449 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gutera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gutera
As per Census 2011, Gutera village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 259 males and 285 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 539 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gutera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 259 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 256 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 150 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 109 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Gutera
Gutera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhuha | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Rangpur | West | 2.90 km |
| Jillehari | East | 2.91 km |
| Lahagadua | South | 3.07 km |
| Bhumka | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Sagoniya | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Purtala | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Bahmanwada | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Gadarwada | East | 5.27 km |
| Dhanora | North-West | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gutera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gutera. The nearest railway station is Ghatparsia Halt, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.9 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarwara to Gutera is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Gutera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gutera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gutera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gutera
Where is Gutera located?
Gutera village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gutera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gutera is Bhumka.
What is the pincode of Gutera?
The pincode of Gutera is 480449.
What is the population of Gutera?
Gutera has a total population of 544, including 259 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Gutera?
There are 103 households in Gutera.
What is the literacy rate in Gutera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutera is 48.71%. Male literacy is 57.92% and female literacy is 40.35%.