Gujar Khedi - Kumbhraj, Guna
Gujar Khedi is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Tutajkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujar Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujar Khedi is 499565. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gujar Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gujar Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Gujar Khedi village had a total population of 626 people, including 351 males and 275 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.56%, with male literacy at 33.85% and female literacy at 24.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 580.
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 | 626 | 351 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 91 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 323 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 88 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 263 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Gujar Khedi
Gujar Khedi 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 Gujar Khedi
Gujar Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kumbhraj to Gujar Khedi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Gujar Khedi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gujar Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujar Khedi 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 Gujar Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gujar Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gujar Khedi
Where is Gujar Khedi located?
Gujar Khedi village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gujar Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujar Khedi is Tutajkhedi.
What is the pincode of Gujar Khedi?
The pincode of Gujar Khedi is 473222.
What is the population of Gujar Khedi?
Gujar Khedi had a total population of 626, including 351 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Gujar Khedi?
Gujar Khedi had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gujar Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujar Khedi was 29.56%. Male literacy was 33.85% and female literacy was 24.42%.