Gawalivan - Niwali, Barwani
Gawalivan is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Donglyapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawalivan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawalivan is 478518. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.71 hectares and falls under the 451770 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gawalivan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawalivan
According to the 2011 Census, Gawalivan village had a total population of 573 people, including 277 males and 296 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.16%, with male literacy at 27.44% and female literacy at 25.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 560.
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 | 573 | 277 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 62 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 560 | 272 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 218 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Gawalivan
Gawalivan 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 Gawalivan
Gawalivan 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Gawalivan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Gawalivan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawalivan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawalivan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gawalivan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawalivan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gawalivan
Where is Gawalivan located?
Gawalivan village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawalivan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawalivan is Donglyapani.
What is the pincode of Gawalivan?
The pincode of Gawalivan is 451770.
What is the population of Gawalivan?
Gawalivan had a total population of 573, including 277 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Gawalivan?
Gawalivan had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawalivan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawalivan was 26.16%. Male literacy was 27.44% and female literacy was 25.10%.