Gankar Kheda - Bamori, Guna
Gankar Kheda is a village situated in the Bamori tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bamori and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Simrod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gankar Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gankar Kheda is 499176. The village covers a total geographical area of 605 hectares and falls under the 473105 pincode. Guna is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gankar Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bamori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gankar Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Gankar Kheda village had a total population of 436 people, including 223 males and 213 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.16%, with male literacy at 71.59% and female literacy at 45.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
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 | 436 | 223 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 216 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 126 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 97 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Gankar Kheda
Gankar Kheda 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 Gankar Kheda
Gankar Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gankar Kheda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guna to Gankar Kheda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gankar Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gankar Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gankar Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gankar Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gankar Kheda
Where is Gankar Kheda located?
Gankar Kheda village is located in Bamori Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gankar Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gankar Kheda is Simrod.
What is the pincode of Gankar Kheda?
The pincode of Gankar Kheda is 473105.
What is the population of Gankar Kheda?
Gankar Kheda had a total population of 436, including 223 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Gankar Kheda?
Gankar Kheda had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gankar Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gankar Kheda was 59.16%. Male literacy was 71.59% and female literacy was 45.22%.