Ghosla - Mahidpur, Ujjain
Ghosla is a village situated in the Mahidpur tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahidpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Ghosla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosla is 471484. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.71 hectares and falls under the 456550 pincode. Mahidpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghosla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghosla
As per Census 2011, Ghosla village has a total population of 5,012 people, consisting of 2,555 males and 2,457 females. The village has 970 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 764 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,837 literate and 2,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,059 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghosla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,012 | 2,555 | 2,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 764 | 405 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,059 | 535 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,837 | 1,685 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,175 | 870 | 1,305 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosla
Ghosla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharwas | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Lambikhedi | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Jhangra | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Palwa | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Aakyajassa | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Raghvi | West | 3.94 km |
| Lasudiyadevsi | North | 4.00 km |
| Pipalya Harji | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Ramsara | West | 4.42 km |
| Jawasiyasolanki | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghosla
Ghosla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pingleshwar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahidpur to Ghosla is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Ghosla is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghosla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghosla
Where is Ghosla located?
Ghosla village is located in Mahidpur Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosla?
Ghosla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghosla?
The pincode of Ghosla is 456550.
What is the population of Ghosla?
Ghosla has a total population of 5,012, including 2,555 males and 2,457 females.
How many households are there in Ghosla?
There are 970 households in Ghosla.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosla is 56.60%. Male literacy is 65.95% and female literacy is 46.89%.