Gawla
Gawla is a village located in Anjad tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Anjad (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Mehgaon Deb is the gram panchayat of Gawla village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawla unique in its vibrant Anjad-Barwani region. You’ll see Gawla’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 Gawla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawla is 478281. The village spans a total geographical area of 212.84 hectares. Anjad is nearest town to Gawla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawla 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gawla
Population of Gawla
According to the 2011 Census, Gawla has a total population of about 259, with approximately 132 males and 127 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 250 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.72%, with male literacy at about 54.55% and female literacy near 38.58%. There are around 49 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 72 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 60 | 78 |
Connectivity of Gawla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawla. As per the 2011 stats, Gawla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawla
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawla
- Where is Gawla located?
- Gawla village is situated in Anjad Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawla is Mehgaon Deb (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawla is 259, with 132 males and 127 females.
- How many households are there in Gawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawla village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawla is 46.72%. The male literacy rate is 54.55%, while the female literacy rate is 38.58%.