Goriya Khandan - Thandla, Jhabua
Goriya Khandan is a village situated in the Thandla tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thandla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Goriyakhandan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goriya Khandan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goriya Khandan is 504125. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.21 hectares and falls under the 457777 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Goriya Khandan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goriya Khandan
As per Census 2011, Goriya Khandan village has a total population of 2,236 people, consisting of 1,118 males and 1,118 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 1,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goriya Khandan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,236 | 1,118 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 273 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,215 | 1,104 | 1,111 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 422 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 696 | 906 |
Nearby Villages of Goriya Khandan
Goriya Khandan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhimpuri | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Kakanwani | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Bhimpura | West | 2.27 km |
| Sagwani | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Deoka | West | 2.35 km |
| Allipura | North | 2.42 km |
| Roziya | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Khatawala | East | 2.71 km |
| Jhosali | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Ramnagar | West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goriya Khandan
Goriya Khandan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Meghnagar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Thandla to Goriya Khandan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Goriya Khandan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goriya Khandan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goriya Khandan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Goriya Khandan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goriya Khandan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Goriya Khandan
Where is Goriya Khandan located?
Goriya Khandan village is located in Thandla Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goriya Khandan?
The Gram Panchayat of Goriya Khandan is Goriyakhandan.
What is the pincode of Goriya Khandan?
The pincode of Goriya Khandan is 457777.
What is the population of Goriya Khandan?
Goriya Khandan has a total population of 2,236, including 1,118 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Goriya Khandan?
There are 402 households in Goriya Khandan.
What is the literacy rate in Goriya Khandan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goriya Khandan is 28.35%. Male literacy is 37.75% and female literacy is 18.96%.