Ghont
Ghont is a village located in Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bichhiya (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Mandla. As per 2009 stats, Ghont village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghont unique in its vibrant Bichhiya-Mandla region. You’ll see Ghont’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 Ghont
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghont is 493265. The village spans a total geographical area of 411.77 hectares. Mandla is nearest town to Ghont village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Ghont
Population of Ghont
According to the 2011 Census, Ghont has a total population of about 1,009, with approximately 509 males and 500 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 544. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.89%, with male literacy at about 72.30% and female literacy near 41.20%. There are around 256 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghont's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 509 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 276 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 368 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 141 | 294 |
Connectivity of Ghont
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghont. As per the 2011 stats, Ghont had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghont
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghont helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghont.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghont
- Where is Ghont located?
- Ghont village is situated in Bichhiya Tehsil, within the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghont?
- Ghont serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghont as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghont is 1,009, with 509 males and 500 females.
- How many households are there in Ghont as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghont village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghont as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghont is 56.89%. The male literacy rate is 72.30%, while the female literacy rate is 41.20%.