Ghana Kalan - Majholi, Jabalpur
Ghana Kalan is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Ghana Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghana Kalan is 489308. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.43 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ghana Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghana Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghana Kalan village had a total population of 955 people, including 500 males and 455 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 81.59% and female literacy at 57.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 955 | 500 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 359 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 141 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Ghana Kalan
Ghana Kalan 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 Ghana Kalan
Ghana Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Majholi to Ghana Kalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Ghana Kalan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghana Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghana Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghana Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghana Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghana Kalan
Where is Ghana Kalan located?
Ghana Kalan village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghana Kalan?
Ghana Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghana Kalan?
The pincode of Ghana Kalan is 483222.
What is the population of Ghana Kalan?
Ghana Kalan had a total population of 955, including 500 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Ghana Kalan?
Ghana Kalan had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghana Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghana Kalan was 70.18%. Male literacy was 81.59% and female literacy was 57.78%.