Gehunkheda - Rehti, Sehore
Gehunkheda is a village situated in the Rehti tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehti and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Gondi Guradia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gehunkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gehunkheda is 483587. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.71 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Rehti is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gehunkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budhni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gehunkheda
As per Census 2011, Gehunkheda village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 161 males and 131 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gehunkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 161 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 113 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 48 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Gehunkheda
Gehunkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kosmi | East | 1.14 km |
| Gondi Guradia | West | 1.70 km |
| Maliwayan | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Bordha Kheda | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Bhadkul | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Pipalia Bazyaft | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Sagonia | East | 3.24 km |
| Jamonia Bazyaft | West | 3.51 km |
| Bordhi | North | 3.68 km |
| Dhamanda | South-West | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gehunkheda
Gehunkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Midghat, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rehti to Gehunkheda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Gehunkheda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gehunkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gehunkheda 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 Gehunkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gehunkheda 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 Gehunkheda
Where is Gehunkheda located?
Gehunkheda village is located in Rehti Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehunkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gehunkheda is Gondi Guradia.
What is the pincode of Gehunkheda?
The pincode of Gehunkheda is 466446.
What is the population of Gehunkheda?
Gehunkheda has a total population of 292, including 161 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Gehunkheda?
There are 53 households in Gehunkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Gehunkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gehunkheda is 58.22%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 43.51%.