Gahun Khedi Kalan - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Gahun Khedi Kalan is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Shivpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahun Khedi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahun Khedi Kalan is 480285. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.09 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gahun Khedi 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 Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahun Khedi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Gahun Khedi Kalan village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 367 males and 409 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahun Khedi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 367 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 192 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 175 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Gahun Khedi Kalan
Gahun Khedi 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 Gahun Khedi Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gahun Khedi Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Gahun Khedi Kalan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Gahun Khedi Kalan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahun Khedi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahun Khedi Kalan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gahun Khedi 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 Gahun Khedi Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gahun Khedi Kalan
Where is Gahun Khedi Kalan located?
Gahun Khedi Kalan village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahun Khedi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahun Khedi Kalan is Shivpura.
What is the pincode of Gahun Khedi Kalan?
The pincode of Gahun Khedi Kalan is 465667.
What is the population of Gahun Khedi Kalan?
Gahun Khedi Kalan has a total population of 776, including 367 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Gahun Khedi Kalan?
There are 157 households in Gahun Khedi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Gahun Khedi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahun Khedi Kalan is 45.23%. Male literacy is 52.32% and female literacy is 38.88%.