Gawla - Anjad, Barwani
Gawla is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Mehgaon Deb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawla is 478281. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.84 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gawla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawla
As per Census 2011, Gawla village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 132 males and 127 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawla are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gawla
Gawla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawada Khedi | North | 1.70 km |
| Mehgaon | South | 1.73 km |
| Nalwai | West | 1.87 km |
| Gawala | East | 2.70 km |
| Talwada Deb | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Raswa | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Kothada | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Mahapura | North | 3.80 km |
| Chichli | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Bawadya | South-West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gawla
Gawla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Gawla is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Gawla is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gawla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawla
Where is Gawla located?
Gawla village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawla is Mehgaon Deb.
What is the pincode of Gawla?
The pincode of Gawla is 451660.
What is the population of Gawla?
Gawla has a total population of 259, including 132 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Gawla?
There are 49 households in Gawla.
What is the literacy rate in Gawla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawla is 46.72%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 38.58%.