Gehandi
Gehandi is a village located in Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Petlawad (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Gehandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gehandi unique in its vibrant Petlawad-Jhabua region. You’ll see Gehandi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gehandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehandi is 504229. The village spans a total geographical area of 510.98 hectares. Petlawad is nearest town to Gehandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gehandi
Population of Gehandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gehandi has a total population of about 1,165, with approximately 584 males and 581 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 833. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.19%, with male literacy at about 61.82% and female literacy near 42.51%. There are around 252 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gehandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,165 | 584 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 833 | 415 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 361 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 223 | 334 |
Connectivity of Gehandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gehandi. As per the 2011 stats, Gehandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gehandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gehandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gehandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gehandi
- Where is Gehandi located?
- Gehandi village is situated in Petlawad Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gehandi?
- Gehandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gehandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehandi is 1,165, with 584 males and 581 females.
- How many households are there in Gehandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gehandi village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gehandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehandi is 52.19%. The male literacy rate is 61.82%, while the female literacy rate is 42.51%.