Gamawada
Gamawada is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gamawada village. As per 2009 stats, Gamawada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gamawada unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Gamawada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gamawada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gamawada is 450089. The village spans a total geographical area of 2138.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494551. Dantewada is nearest town to Gamawada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gamawada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gamawada
Population of Gamawada
According to the 2011 Census, Gamawada has a total population of about 1,574, with approximately 732 males and 842 females. The sex ratio is around 1150 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,520. The overall literacy rate is approximately 19.63%, with male literacy at about 27.32% and female literacy near 12.95%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gamawada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 732 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 127 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,520 | 702 | 818 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 200 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,265 | 532 | 733 |
Connectivity of Gamawada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gamawada. As per the 2011 stats, Gamawada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gamawada
Knowing the nearby villages of Gamawada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gamawada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gamawada
- Where is Gamawada located?
- Gamawada village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gamawada?
- Gamawada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gamawada?
- The pincode of Gamawada is 494551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gamawada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gamawada is 1,574, with 732 males and 842 females.
- How many households are there in Gamawada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gamawada village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gamawada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gamawada is 19.63%. The male literacy rate is 27.32%, while the female literacy rate is 12.95%.