Ghordand - Gopadbanas, Sidhi
Ghordand is a village situated in the Gopadbanas tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Sidhi, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghordand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghordand is 502600. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.86 hectares and falls under the 486661 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghordand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ghordand
According to the 2011 Census, Ghordand village had a total population of 458 people, including 245 males and 213 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.22%, with male literacy at 57.58% and female literacy at 50.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 458 | 245 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 192 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 114 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 131 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Ghordand
Ghordand 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 Ghordand
Ghordand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sidhi to Ghordand is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghordand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghordand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghordand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghordand 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghordand
Where is Ghordand located?
Ghordand village is located in Gopadbanas Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghordand?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghordand is Mata.
What is the pincode of Ghordand?
The pincode of Ghordand is 486661.
What is the population of Ghordand?
Ghordand had a total population of 458, including 245 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Ghordand?
Ghordand had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghordand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghordand was 54.22%. Male literacy was 57.58% and female literacy was 50.30%.