Gugaheda - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Gugaheda is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Gugaheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugaheda is 479245. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.84 hectares and falls under the 465691 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gugaheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khilchipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gugaheda
According to the 2011 Census, Gugaheda village had a total population of 1,864 people, including 956 males and 908 females, living in 495 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.64%, with male literacy at 70.88% and female literacy at 41.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 484.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,864 | 956 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 142 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 246 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 577 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 379 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Gugaheda
Gugaheda 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 Gugaheda
Gugaheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khilchipur to Gugaheda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Gugaheda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gugaheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugaheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gugaheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugaheda 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 Gugaheda
Where is Gugaheda located?
Gugaheda village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gugaheda?
Gugaheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gugaheda?
The pincode of Gugaheda is 465691.
What is the population of Gugaheda?
Gugaheda had a total population of 1,864, including 956 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Gugaheda?
Gugaheda had 495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gugaheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugaheda was 56.64%. Male literacy was 70.88% and female literacy was 41.97%.