Gamakhar - Basoda, Vidisha
Gamakhar is a village situated in the Basoda tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basoda and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Gamakhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamakhar is 481254. The village covers a total geographical area of 1945 hectares and falls under the 464221 pincode. Basoda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gamakhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basoda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamakhar
According to the 2011 Census, Gamakhar village had a total population of 2,379 people, including 1,257 males and 1,122 females, living in 512 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.44%, with male literacy at 81.61% and female literacy at 62.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 580, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 2,379 | 1,257 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 191 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 327 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,451 | 870 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 928 | 387 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Gamakhar
Gamakhar 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 Gamakhar
Gamakhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Basoda to Gamakhar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Gamakhar is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamakhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamakhar 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 Gamakhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamakhar 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 Gamakhar
Where is Gamakhar located?
Gamakhar village is located in Basoda Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gamakhar?
Gamakhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gamakhar?
The pincode of Gamakhar is 464221.
What is the population of Gamakhar?
Gamakhar had a total population of 2,379, including 1,257 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Gamakhar?
Gamakhar had 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamakhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamakhar was 72.44%. Male literacy was 81.61% and female literacy was 62.01%.