Guda Kalan
Guda Kalan is a village located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Gudakalan is the gram panchayat of Guda Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Guda Kalan unique in its vibrant Badwara-Katni region. You’ll see Guda Kalan’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 Guda Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guda Kalan is 488429. The village spans a total geographical area of 409.87 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Guda Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Guda Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Guda Kalan
Population of Guda Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Guda Kalan has a total population of about 1,527, with approximately 776 males and 751 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 335. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.86%, with male literacy at about 62.37% and female literacy near 49.13%. There are around 347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guda Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,527 | 776 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 153 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 158 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 484 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 292 | 382 |
Connectivity of Guda Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guda Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Guda Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guda Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Guda Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guda Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guda Kalan
- Where is Guda Kalan located?
- Guda Kalan village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guda Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guda Kalan is Gudakalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Guda Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guda Kalan is 1,527, with 776 males and 751 females.
- How many households are there in Guda Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guda Kalan village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guda Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guda Kalan is 55.86%. The male literacy rate is 62.37%, while the female literacy rate is 49.13%.