Ghaghrola Kalan - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Ghaghrola Kalan is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Ghaghrola Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghrola Kalan is 490712. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.27 hectares and falls under the 487441 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghaghrola Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaghrola Kalan
As per Census 2011, Ghaghrola Kalan village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 323 males and 294 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghaghrola Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 323 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 229 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 94 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghrola Kalan
Ghaghrola Kalan 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 Ghaghrola Kalan
Ghaghrola Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gadarwara to Ghaghrola Kalan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Ghaghrola Kalan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghrola Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghrola Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghaghrola Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghrola Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghaghrola Kalan
Where is Ghaghrola Kalan located?
Ghaghrola Kalan village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghrola Kalan?
Ghaghrola Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghaghrola Kalan?
The pincode of Ghaghrola Kalan is 487441.
What is the population of Ghaghrola Kalan?
Ghaghrola Kalan has a total population of 617, including 323 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghrola Kalan?
There are 136 households in Ghaghrola Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghrola Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghrola Kalan is 61.91%. Male literacy is 70.90% and female literacy is 52.04%.