Golgaon Khurd - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Golgaon Khurd is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Chargaon Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golgaon Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golgaon Khurd is 490888. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 487551 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Golgaon Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golgaon Khurd
As per Census 2011, Golgaon Khurd village has a total population of 672 people, consisting of 355 males and 317 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 478 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golgaon Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 355 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 55 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 255 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 215 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 140 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Golgaon Khurd
Golgaon Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golgaon Kalan | West | 1.26 km |
| Siregoan | North | 2.15 km |
| Ukasghat | West | 2.63 km |
| Thalwada | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Sukha Khairi | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Baglai | South | 3.33 km |
| Bhamka | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Adegaon Khurd | South | 3.69 km |
| Kathotiya | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Dursara | South-West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golgaon Khurd
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Golgaon Khurd. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.0 km.
| 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 Gadarwara to Golgaon Khurd is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Golgaon Khurd 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 Golgaon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golgaon Khurd 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 Golgaon Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golgaon Khurd 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 Golgaon Khurd
Where is Golgaon Khurd located?
Golgaon Khurd village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golgaon Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Golgaon Khurd is Chargaon Kalan.
What is the pincode of Golgaon Khurd?
The pincode of Golgaon Khurd is 487551.
What is the population of Golgaon Khurd?
Golgaon Khurd has a total population of 672, including 355 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Golgaon Khurd?
There are 130 households in Golgaon Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Golgaon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golgaon Khurd is 55.36%. Male literacy is 60.56% and female literacy is 49.53%.