Guwadia - Budni, Sehore
Guwadia is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Gwardiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guwadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwadia is 483481. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.47 hectares and falls under the 466445 pincode. Budni is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Guwadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guwadia
As per Census 2011, Guwadia village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 262 males and 257 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guwadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 262 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 261 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 348 | 210 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 52 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Guwadia
Guwadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itwar | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Neem Khedi | East | 1.65 km |
| Bodra | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Jawahar Kheda | South | 1.85 km |
| Sudania | South | 2.69 km |
| Rampura | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Pipaliya Kharra(kheda) | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Sankhedi | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Satramau | East | 3.27 km |
| Samnapur | North | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guwadia
Guwadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Budni to Guwadia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Guwadia is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guwadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guwadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guwadia
Where is Guwadia located?
Guwadia village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Guwadia is Gwardiya.
What is the pincode of Guwadia?
The pincode of Guwadia is 466445.
What is the population of Guwadia?
Guwadia has a total population of 519, including 262 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Guwadia?
There are 98 households in Guwadia.
What is the literacy rate in Guwadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwadia is 67.05%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 53.70%.