Kergarh - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Kergarh is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Gader serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kergarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kergarh is 499359. The village covers a total geographical area of 587 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kergarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kergarh
According to the 2011 Census, Kergarh village had a total population of 816 people, including 417 males and 399 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.93%, with male literacy at 47.20% and female literacy at 33.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 599.
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 | 816 | 417 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 78 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 313 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 160 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 257 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Kergarh
Kergarh 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 Kergarh
Kergarh 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 Raghogarh to Kergarh is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Kergarh is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kergarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kergarh 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 Kergarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kergarh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kergarh
Where is Kergarh located?
Kergarh village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kergarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kergarh is Gader.
What is the pincode of Kergarh?
The pincode of Kergarh is 473287.
What is the population of Kergarh?
Kergarh had a total population of 816, including 417 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Kergarh?
Kergarh had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kergarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kergarh was 40.93%. Male literacy was 47.20% and female literacy was 33.99%.