Gawha
Gawha is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Dewla is the gram panchayat of Gawha village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawha unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Barwani region. You’ll see Gawha’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 Gawha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawha is 478328. The village spans a total geographical area of 551.63 hectares. Rajpur is nearest town to Gawha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawha 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 Gawha
Population of Gawha
According to the 2011 Census, Gawha has a total population of about 1,000, with approximately 506 males and 494 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 999. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.50%, with male literacy at about 49.80% and female literacy near 37.04%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 506 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 999 | 506 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 252 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 254 | 311 |
Connectivity of Gawha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawha. As per the 2011 stats, Gawha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Gawha
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawha
- Where is Gawha located?
- Gawha village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawha is Dewla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gawha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawha is 1,000, with 506 males and 494 females.
- How many households are there in Gawha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawha village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawha is 43.50%. The male literacy rate is 49.80%, while the female literacy rate is 37.04%.