Garru Khedi - Goharganj, Raisen
Garru Khedi is a village situated in the Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goharganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Hinotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garru Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garru Khedi is 484368. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.88 hectares and falls under the 464990 pincode. Bhopal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Garru Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garru Khedi
As per Census 2011, Garru Khedi village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 61 males and 57 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garru Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 47 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Garru Khedi
Garru Khedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghat Khedi | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Dewalkhedi | North | 1.89 km |
| Hinotiya | West | 1.93 km |
| Rojda Chak | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Thana | East | 2.37 km |
| Bamuliyadangi | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Kanora | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Mundala Bazyaft | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Guradi | North | 3.00 km |
| Rasuliya | South | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garru Khedi
Garru Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mandi Dip, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopal to Garru Khedi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Garru Khedi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garru Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garru Khedi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garru Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garru Khedi 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 Garru Khedi
Where is Garru Khedi located?
Garru Khedi village is located in Goharganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garru Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Garru Khedi is Hinotiya.
What is the pincode of Garru Khedi?
The pincode of Garru Khedi is 464990.
What is the population of Garru Khedi?
Garru Khedi has a total population of 118, including 61 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Garru Khedi?
There are 24 households in Garru Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Garru Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garru Khedi is 61.02%. Male literacy is 77.05% and female literacy is 43.86%.