Higona - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Higona is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Karela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Higona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Higona is 499447. The village covers a total geographical area of 586 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Higona 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 Higona
According to the 2011 Census, Higona village had a total population of 658 people, including 355 males and 303 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.92%, with male literacy at 70.07% and female literacy at 39.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 658 | 355 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 206 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 149 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Higona
Higona 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 Higona
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Higona.
| 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 Biaora to Higona is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Higona is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Higona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Higona 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 Higona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Higona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Higona
Where is Higona located?
Higona village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Higona?
The Gram Panchayat of Higona is Karela.
What is the pincode of Higona?
The pincode of Higona is 473287.
What is the population of Higona?
Higona had a total population of 658, including 355 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Higona?
Higona had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Higona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Higona was 55.92%. Male literacy was 70.07% and female literacy was 39.61%.