Garkheda - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Garkheda is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Garkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkheda is 499462. The village covers a total geographical area of 660 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Garkheda 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 Garkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Garkheda village had a total population of 1,461 people, including 756 males and 705 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.46%, with male literacy at 75.60% and female literacy at 37.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 428, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garkheda
Garkheda 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 Garkheda
Garkheda 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Garkheda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Garkheda is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkheda 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 Garkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkheda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garkheda
Where is Garkheda located?
Garkheda village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garkheda?
Garkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garkheda?
The pincode of Garkheda is 473287.
What is the population of Garkheda?
Garkheda had a total population of 1,461, including 756 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Garkheda?
Garkheda had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkheda was 57.46%. Male literacy was 75.60% and female literacy was 37.82%.