Gadgya Aam - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gadgya Aam is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gadgyaam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadgya Aam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadgya Aam is 477980. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.64 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gadgya Aam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadgya Aam
According to the 2011 Census, Gadgya Aam village had a total population of 1,457 people, including 751 males and 706 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.10%, with male literacy at 31.46% and female literacy at 24.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 952.
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 | 1,457 | 751 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 182 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 191 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 952 | 497 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 179 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 572 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Gadgya Aam
Gadgya Aam 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 Gadgya Aam
Gadgya Aam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhiranya to Gadgya Aam is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gadgya Aam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadgya Aam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadgya Aam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadgya Aam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadgya Aam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gadgya Aam
Where is Gadgya Aam located?
Gadgya Aam village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadgya Aam?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadgya Aam is Gadgyaam.
What is the pincode of Gadgya Aam?
The pincode of Gadgya Aam is 451332.
What is the population of Gadgya Aam?
Gadgya Aam had a total population of 1,457, including 751 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Gadgya Aam?
Gadgya Aam had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadgya Aam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadgya Aam was 28.10%. Male literacy was 31.46% and female literacy was 24.37%.