Garkheda
Garkheda is a village located in Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Maksudangarh (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Garkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Garkheda has its own place in the vibrant Guna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkheda is 499462. The village spans a total geographical area of 660 hectares. Biaora is nearest town to Garkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garkheda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Garkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Garkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,461 | 756 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 129 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 220 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 474 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 282 | 486 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garkheda village:
- The total population of Garkheda village is around 1,461, including approximately 756 males and 705 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 255 children aged 0–6 years in Garkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garkheda village has 428 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garkheda village is about 47.43%, with male literacy at 62.70% and female literacy at 31.06%.
- There are around 256 households in Garkheda village.
Connectivity of Garkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Garkheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkheda
- Where is Garkheda located?
- Garkheda village is situated in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkheda?
- Garkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Garkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkheda is 1,461, with 756 males and 705 females.
- How many households are there in Garkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkheda village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkheda is 47.43%. The male literacy rate is 62.70%, while the female literacy rate is 31.06%.