Ghatwara - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Ghatwara is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Chanduphadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatwara is 456246. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.83 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghatwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatwara
As per Census 2011, Ghatwara village has a total population of 763 people, consisting of 412 males and 351 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 412 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 223 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 189 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatwara
Ghatwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandu Pahadi | North | 1.45 km |
| Manka | West | 2.60 km |
| Garhrauli | South | 3.55 km |
| Bilrai | North | 3.58 km |
| Kachhaua | West | 4.47 km |
| Karar Kheda | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Devgarh | North | 5.53 km |
| Badarkha | North | 6.54 km |
| Nand | West | 7.13 km |
| Khurai | South-West | 7.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatwara
Ghatwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Burhpura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Ghatwara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Ghatwara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatwara 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 Ghatwara
Where is Ghatwara located?
Ghatwara village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatwara is Chanduphadi.
What is the pincode of Ghatwara?
The pincode of Ghatwara is 473995.
What is the population of Ghatwara?
Ghatwara has a total population of 763, including 412 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Ghatwara?
There are 165 households in Ghatwara.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatwara is 40.24%. Male literacy is 54.13% and female literacy is 23.93%.