Ganesh Kheda - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Ganesh Kheda is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Ganeshkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganesh Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganesh Kheda is 456130. The village covers a total geographical area of 466.84 hectares and falls under the 473585 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ganesh Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganesh Kheda
As per Census 2011, Ganesh Kheda village has a total population of 2,316 people, consisting of 1,256 males and 1,060 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 1,128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganesh Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,256 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 200 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 184 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 814 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,128 | 442 | 686 |
Nearby Villages of Ganesh Kheda
Ganesh Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vijaypur Alias Kilhar | West | 1.45 km |
| Todi Karera | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Dhorra | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Dhay Kheda Alias Nayaga | North | 2.12 km |
| Magwar | West | 3.08 km |
| Chinnodi | South | 3.09 km |
| Budhon Karera | North | 3.22 km |
| Payaga | East | 3.52 km |
| Khod | West | 3.54 km |
| Chirwai | South-West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganesh Kheda
Ganesh Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolaras, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 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 Pichhore to Ganesh Kheda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Ganesh Kheda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganesh Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganesh Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganesh Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganesh Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganesh Kheda
Where is Ganesh Kheda located?
Ganesh Kheda village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganesh Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganesh Kheda is Ganeshkheda.
What is the pincode of Ganesh Kheda?
The pincode of Ganesh Kheda is 473585.
What is the population of Ganesh Kheda?
Ganesh Kheda has a total population of 2,316, including 1,256 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Ganesh Kheda?
There are 594 households in Ganesh Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Ganesh Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganesh Kheda is 51.30%. Male literacy is 64.81% and female literacy is 35.28%.