Gadawanti - Homnabad, Bidar
Gadawanti is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Maniknagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadawanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadawanti is 600292. The village covers a total geographical area of 2234.62 hectares and falls under the 585353 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gadawanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadawanti
As per Census 2011, Gadawanti village has a total population of 4,194 people, consisting of 2,145 males and 2,049 females. The village has 786 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,291 literate and 1,903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 506 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadawanti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,194 | 2,145 | 2,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 309 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,560 | 814 | 746 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 259 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 2,291 | 1,349 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,903 | 796 | 1,107 |
Nearby Villages of Gadawanti
Gadawanti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maniknagar | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Molkhera | West | 1.98 km |
| Yerbagh | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Dhumansoor | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Rajeshwar | West | 5.52 km |
| Humnabad (rural) | East | 5.57 km |
| Sadlapur | South-West | 6.28 km |
| Mustapur | South-West | 6.64 km |
| Kankatta | North | 6.69 km |
| Kallur | South | 6.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadawanti
Public transport in the Gadawanti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Gadawanti is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Gadawanti is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadawanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadawanti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadawanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadawanti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gadawanti
Where is Gadawanti located?
Gadawanti village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadawanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadawanti is Maniknagar.
What is the pincode of Gadawanti?
The pincode of Gadawanti is 585353.
What is the population of Gadawanti?
Gadawanti has a total population of 4,194, including 2,145 males and 2,049 females.
How many households are there in Gadawanti?
There are 786 households in Gadawanti.
What is the literacy rate in Gadawanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadawanti is 54.63%. Male literacy is 62.89% and female literacy is 45.97%.