Githar - Ghughari, Mandla
Githar is a village situated in the Ghughari tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. Githar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Githar is 493022. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 481663 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Githar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Githar
As per Census 2011, Githar village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 436 males and 421 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Githar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 436 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 305 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 131 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Githar
Githar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohgaon | West | 1.82 km |
| Bhanpur Kalan | East | 2.46 km |
| Malpahri | North | 2.83 km |
| Mungwani Ryt. | South | 2.92 km |
| Patadei | South | 3.01 km |
| Boda Silli Ryt. | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Binjhi | West | 3.41 km |
| Indra Ryt. | West | 3.75 km |
| Pondi Mal. | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Andiyadar Jar | North | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Githar
Githar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandla Fort, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandla to Githar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Githar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Githar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Githar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Githar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Githar
Where is Githar located?
Githar village is located in Ghughari Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Githar?
Githar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Githar?
The pincode of Githar is 481663.
What is the population of Githar?
Githar has a total population of 857, including 436 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Githar?
There are 230 households in Githar.
What is the literacy rate in Githar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Githar is 56.71%. Male literacy is 69.95% and female literacy is 42.99%.