Gohad is a city and a municipality in Bhind district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. A town of historical importance it is situated close to the city of Gwalior. The Gohad Fort is located here.

Gohad
Gohud
Municipality
Gohad is located in Madhya Pradesh
Gohad
Gohad
Location in Madhya Pradesh, India
Coordinates: 26°26′N 78°26′E / 26.43°N 78.44°E / 26.43; 78.44
Country India
StateMadhya Pradesh
DistrictBhind
Elevation
159 m (522 ft)
Population
 (2001)
 • Total45,194
Languages
 • OfficialHindi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)

Geography

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Gohad has an average elevation of 159 metres (521 feet).

Demographics

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As of 2001 India census,[1] Gohad had a population of 45,194. Males constitute 55% of the population and females 45%. Gohad has an average literacy rate of 57%, lower than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 68%, and female literacy is 44%. In Gohad, 17% of the population is under 6 years of age.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 November 2008.