Gantha - Rampur Baghelan, Satna
Gantha is a village situated in the Rampur Baghelan tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rampur Baghelan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Bandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gantha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gantha is 464095. The village covers a total geographical area of 1911.79 hectares and falls under the 485115 pincode. Rampur Baghelan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gantha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gantha
According to the 2011 Census, Gantha village had a total population of 5,100 people, including 2,584 males and 2,516 females, living in 1,043 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.74%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 59.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 884.
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 | 5,100 | 2,584 | 2,516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 836 | 454 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,274 | 645 | 629 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 884 | 465 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 2,931 | 1,659 | 1,272 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,169 | 925 | 1,244 |
Nearby Villages of Gantha
Gantha 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 Gantha
Gantha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gantha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampur Baghelan to Gantha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Gantha is about 30 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 Gantha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gantha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gantha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gantha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gantha
Where is Gantha located?
Gantha village is located in Rampur Baghelan Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gantha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gantha is Bandha.
What is the pincode of Gantha?
The pincode of Gantha is 485115.
What is the population of Gantha?
Gantha had a total population of 5,100, including 2,584 males and 2,516 females.
How many households are there in Gantha?
Gantha had 1,043 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gantha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gantha was 68.74%. Male literacy was 77.89% and female literacy was 59.61%.