Gurda - Majholi, Jabalpur
Gurda is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Bankhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurda is 489254. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.9 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gurda 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 Gurda
According to the 2011 Census, Gurda village had a total population of 603 people, including 306 males and 297 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.46%, with male literacy at 88.93% and female literacy at 69.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 603 | 306 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 233 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 73 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Gurda
Gurda 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 Gurda
Gurda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Majholi to Gurda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Gurda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurda 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 Gurda
Where is Gurda located?
Gurda village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurda is Bankhedi.
What is the pincode of Gurda?
The pincode of Gurda is 483336.
What is the population of Gurda?
Gurda had a total population of 603, including 306 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Gurda?
Gurda had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurda was 79.46%. Male literacy was 88.93% and female literacy was 69.69%.