Gadwar - Bharatpur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Gadwar is a village situated in the Bharatpur tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 46 km from Janakpur and around 167 km from Baikunthpur. Gadhwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadwar is 431244. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.43 hectares and falls under the 497778 pincode. Shahdol(m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gadwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharatpur-sonhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadwar
According to the 2011 Census, Gadwar village had a total population of 277 people, including 144 males and 133 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.18%, with male literacy at 56.41% and female literacy at 22.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 245.
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 | 277 | 144 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 66 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 78 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Gadwar
Gadwar 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 Gadwar
Gadwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol(m.p.) to Gadwar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Gadwar is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadwar
Where is Gadwar located?
Gadwar village is located in Bharatpur Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadwar is Gadhwar.
What is the pincode of Gadwar?
The pincode of Gadwar is 497778.
What is the population of Gadwar?
Gadwar had a total population of 277, including 144 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Gadwar?
Gadwar had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadwar was 40.18%. Male literacy was 56.41% and female literacy was 22.43%.