Gathla - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Gathla is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Bakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gathla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gathla is 480215. The village covers a total geographical area of 826 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Boda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gathla 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 Gathla
According to the 2011 Census, Gathla village had a total population of 1,084 people, including 547 males and 537 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.95%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 51.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 1,084 | 547 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 378 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 169 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Gathla
Gathla 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 Gathla
Gathla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Boda to Gathla is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Gathla is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gathla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gathla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gathla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gathla 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 Gathla
Where is Gathla located?
Gathla village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gathla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gathla is Bakani.
What is the pincode of Gathla?
The pincode of Gathla is 465669.
What is the population of Gathla?
Gathla had a total population of 1,084, including 547 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Gathla?
Gathla had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gathla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gathla was 65.95%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 51.08%.