Gadia - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Gadia is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Gadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadia is 480115. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.56 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadia
According to the 2011 Census, Gadia village had a total population of 1,834 people, including 948 males and 886 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.92%, with male literacy at 69.53% and female literacy at 38.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 1,834 | 948 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 134 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 566 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 382 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Gadia
Gadia 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 Gadia
Gadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Narsinghgarh to Gadia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Gadia is about 58 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 Gadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadia 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 Gadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadia
Where is Gadia located?
Gadia village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadia is Gadiya.
What is the pincode of Gadia?
The pincode of Gadia is 465669.
What is the population of Gadia?
Gadia had a total population of 1,834, including 948 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Gadia?
Gadia had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadia was 54.92%. Male literacy was 69.53% and female literacy was 38.87%.