Gudhwa - Birsinghpur, Satna
Gudhwa is a village situated in the Birsinghpur tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birsinghpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Jhonta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudhwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudhwa is 463380. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.18 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Birsinghpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gudhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gudhwa
As per Census 2011, Gudhwa village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 513 males and 453 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudhwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 513 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 318 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 628 | 376 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 137 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Gudhwa
Gudhwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauhar | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Harduwa | West | 1.88 km |
| Haliya Kalan | East | 2.24 km |
| Dunaw | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Bardiya Mishra | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Haliya Khurd | East | 3.21 km |
| Pipraha | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Haliya Mahesh | East | 3.34 km |
| Badera Kalan | West | 3.37 km |
| Jhiriya | North | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gudhwa
Public transport in the Gudhwa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khutaha, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birsinghpur to Gudhwa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Gudhwa is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gudhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudhwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gudhwa
Where is Gudhwa located?
Gudhwa village is located in Birsinghpur Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudhwa is Jhonta.
What is the pincode of Gudhwa?
The pincode of Gudhwa is 485226.
What is the population of Gudhwa?
Gudhwa has a total population of 966, including 513 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Gudhwa?
There are 229 households in Gudhwa.
What is the literacy rate in Gudhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudhwa is 65.01%. Male literacy is 73.29% and female literacy is 55.63%.