Guradiya Khurd - Jawar, Sehore
Guradiya Khurd is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Amarpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guradiya Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guradiya Khurd is 483140. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.89 hectares and falls under the 466221 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Guradiya Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guradiya Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Guradiya Khurd village had a total population of 577 people, including 304 males and 273 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.66%, with male literacy at 89.20% and female literacy at 61.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 577 | 304 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 54 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 223 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 81 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Guradiya Khurd
Guradiya Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundla Magarda | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Shahpur Magarda | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Neelbad | South | 2.11 km |
| Bala Kheda | East | 2.52 km |
| Khajuriya Kasam | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Bandariya Daliya | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Lakhiya | West | 2.89 km |
| Amarpura | North | 2.91 km |
| Pagariya Hat | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Ilahi | South | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guradiya Khurd
Guradiya Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ashta to Guradiya Khurd is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Guradiya Khurd is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guradiya Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guradiya Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Guradiya Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guradiya Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guradiya Khurd
Where is Guradiya Khurd located?
Guradiya Khurd village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guradiya Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Guradiya Khurd is Amarpura.
What is the pincode of Guradiya Khurd?
The pincode of Guradiya Khurd is 466221.
What is the population of Guradiya Khurd?
Guradiya Khurd had a total population of 577, including 304 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Guradiya Khurd?
Guradiya Khurd had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guradiya Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guradiya Khurd was 75.66%. Male literacy was 89.20% and female literacy was 61.51%.