Gata Kheda - Bahoriband, Katni
Gata Kheda is a village situated in the Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahoriband and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Dihunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gata Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gata Kheda is 488647. The village covers a total geographical area of 793.64 hectares and falls under the 483331 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gata Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gata Kheda
As per Census 2011, Gata Kheda village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 628 males and 601 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 478 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gata Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 628 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 115 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 243 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 374 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 254 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Gata Kheda
Gata Kheda 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 Gata Kheda
Public transport in the Gata Kheda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Gata Kheda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Gata Kheda is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gata Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gata Kheda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gata Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gata Kheda 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 Gata Kheda
Where is Gata Kheda located?
Gata Kheda village is located in Bahoriband Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gata Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gata Kheda is Dihunta.
What is the pincode of Gata Kheda?
The pincode of Gata Kheda is 483331.
What is the population of Gata Kheda?
Gata Kheda has a total population of 1,229, including 628 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Gata Kheda?
There are 307 households in Gata Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Gata Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gata Kheda is 52.16%. Male literacy is 59.55% and female literacy is 44.43%.