Ghosaliya Chhota - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Ghosaliya Chhota is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Chhota Ghosliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosaliya Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosaliya Chhota is 504519. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.48 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ghosaliya Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghosaliya Chhota
According to the 2011 Census, Ghosaliya Chhota village had a total population of 1,352 people, including 722 males and 630 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.97%, with male literacy at 45.86% and female literacy at 20.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,337.
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 | 1,352 | 722 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 166 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,337 | 714 | 623 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 255 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 467 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosaliya Chhota
Ghosaliya Chhota 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 Ghosaliya Chhota
Ghosaliya Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ghosaliya Chhota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghnagar to Ghosaliya Chhota is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Ghosaliya Chhota is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosaliya Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosaliya Chhota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghosaliya Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosaliya Chhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghosaliya Chhota
Where is Ghosaliya Chhota located?
Ghosaliya Chhota village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghosaliya Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosaliya Chhota is Chhota Ghosliya.
What is the pincode of Ghosaliya Chhota?
The pincode of Ghosaliya Chhota is 457779.
What is the population of Ghosaliya Chhota?
Ghosaliya Chhota had a total population of 1,352, including 722 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Ghosaliya Chhota?
Ghosaliya Chhota had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosaliya Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosaliya Chhota was 33.97%. Male literacy was 45.86% and female literacy was 20.37%.