Gawadi
Gawadi is a village located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Gawadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gawadi unique in its vibrant Niwali-Barwani region. You’ll see Gawadi’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 Gawadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawadi is 478551. The village spans a total geographical area of 1097.23 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Gawadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawadi 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 Pansemal 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 Gawadi
Population of Gawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gawadi has a total population of about 3,134, with approximately 1,523 males and 1,611 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 716 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,783. The overall literacy rate is approximately 24.35%, with male literacy at about 28.23% and female literacy near 20.67%. There are around 550 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,134 | 1,523 | 1,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 334 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,783 | 1,350 | 1,433 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 430 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,371 | 1,093 | 1,278 |
Connectivity of Gawadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawadi. As per the 2011 stats, Gawadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Gawadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawadi
- Where is Gawadi located?
- Gawadi village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawadi?
- Gawadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawadi is 3,134, with 1,523 males and 1,611 females.
- How many households are there in Gawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawadi village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawadi is 24.35%. The male literacy rate is 28.23%, while the female literacy rate is 20.67%.