Ghui - Shegaon, Buldhana
Ghui is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Shegaon and around 80 km from Buldana. Higna Vaijnath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghui is 528428. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.2 hectares and falls under the 444203 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalgaon (Jamod) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghui
As per Census 2011, Ghui village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 315 males and 306 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 315 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 167 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 249 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 66 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Ghui
Ghui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrikshetra Nagzari | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Unhalkhed | South | 2.76 km |
| Kalamba Khurd | East | 3.51 km |
| Kalamba Budruk | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Kalambi Mahagaon | East | 4.08 km |
| Dongargaon | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Lohara 1 | North | 4.29 km |
| Takali Nagzari | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Kasura | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Onkarkhed | South | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghui
Public transport in the Ghui is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S K Nagjihari, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shegaon to Ghui is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Ghui is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghui 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghui
Where is Ghui located?
Ghui village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghui?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghui is Higna Vaijnath.
What is the pincode of Ghui?
The pincode of Ghui is 444203.
What is the population of Ghui?
Ghui has a total population of 621, including 315 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Ghui?
There are 144 households in Ghui.
What is the literacy rate in Ghui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghui is 75.20%. Male literacy is 79.05% and female literacy is 71.24%.