Gwardiya - Budni, Sehore
Gwardiya is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Mhowkalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwardiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwardiya is 483456. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Budni is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gwardiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gwardiya
As per Census 2011, Gwardiya village has a total population of 899 people, consisting of 476 males and 423 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gwardiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 476 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 267 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 209 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Gwardiya
Gwardiya 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 Gwardiya
Gwardiya 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Budni to Gwardiya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Gwardiya is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwardiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwardiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gwardiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwardiya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gwardiya
Where is Gwardiya located?
Gwardiya village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwardiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwardiya is Mhowkalan.
What is the pincode of Gwardiya?
The pincode of Gwardiya is 466446.
What is the population of Gwardiya?
Gwardiya has a total population of 899, including 476 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Gwardiya?
There are 121 households in Gwardiya.
What is the literacy rate in Gwardiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwardiya is 47.05%. Male literacy is 56.09% and female literacy is 36.88%.