Gadhota - Bhitarwar, Gwalior
Gadhota is a village situated in the Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitarwar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Gadhota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhota is 454217. The village covers a total geographical area of 410.77 hectares and falls under the 475220 pincode. Bhitarwar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gadhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhota
As per Census 2011, Gadhota village has a total population of 1,752 people, consisting of 926 males and 826 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,752 | 926 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 258 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 595 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 331 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhota
Gadhota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahutha | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Kupeda | South | 1.44 km |
| Lodhi | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Silha | East | 1.77 km |
| Baniya Tor | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Musahari | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Dhobat | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Adampur | East | 3.04 km |
| Masudpur | South | 3.07 km |
| Deori Kalan | West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadhota
Gadhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhitarwar to Gadhota is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Gadhota is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gadhota
Where is Gadhota located?
Gadhota village is located in Bhitarwar Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhota?
Gadhota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadhota?
The pincode of Gadhota is 475220.
What is the population of Gadhota?
Gadhota has a total population of 1,752, including 926 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Gadhota?
There are 312 households in Gadhota.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhota is 52.57%. Male literacy is 64.25% and female literacy is 39.47%.