Gobrikheda - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gobrikheda is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Zigdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobrikheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobrikheda is 476591. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.44 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gobrikheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobrikheda
According to the 2011 Census, Gobrikheda village had a total population of 481 people, including 229 males and 252 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 77.95% and female literacy at 50.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 481 | 229 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 34 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 152 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 77 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Gobrikheda
Gobrikheda 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 Gobrikheda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gobrikheda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gobrikheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Gobrikheda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gobrikheda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobrikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobrikheda 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 Gobrikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobrikheda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gobrikheda
Where is Gobrikheda located?
Gobrikheda village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobrikheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobrikheda is Zigdi.
What is the pincode of Gobrikheda?
The pincode of Gobrikheda is 451115.
What is the population of Gobrikheda?
Gobrikheda had a total population of 481, including 229 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Gobrikheda?
Gobrikheda had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobrikheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobrikheda was 63.91%. Male literacy was 77.95% and female literacy was 50.49%.