Geedan - Batiyagarh, Damoh
Geedan is a village situated in the Batiyagarh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batiyagarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Sahjadpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geedan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geedan is 462036. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.21 hectares and falls under the 470673 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Geedan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Geedan
According to the 2011 Census, Geedan village had a total population of 309 people, including 156 males and 153 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.91%, with male literacy at 46.96% and female literacy at 32.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 156 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 102 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Geedan
Geedan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagoni Fatehpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Taton | North | 5.11 km |
| Anjani | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Sakari | North-East | 5.44 km |
| Kudanjani | North | 6.46 km |
| Binnai | South-West | 6.84 km |
| Salaiya | North-West | 6.90 km |
| Berkhedi | South-East | 8.12 km |
| Basiya | South | 8.22 km |
| Agara | South-East | 8.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Geedan
Geedan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patharia, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Damoh to Geedan is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geedan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geedan 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 Geedan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geedan 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 Geedan
Where is Geedan located?
Geedan village is located in Batiyagarh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geedan?
The Gram Panchayat of Geedan is Sahjadpura.
What is the pincode of Geedan?
The pincode of Geedan is 470673.
What is the population of Geedan?
Geedan had a total population of 309, including 156 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Geedan?
Geedan had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geedan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geedan was 39.91%. Male literacy was 46.96% and female literacy was 32.74%.