Gawha - Rajpur, Barwani
Gawha is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dewla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawha is 478328. The village covers a total geographical area of 551.63 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gawha 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 Gawha
According to the 2011 Census, Gawha village had a total population of 1,000 people, including 506 males and 494 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.63%, with male literacy at 64.45% and female literacy at 46.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 999.
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 | 1,000 | 506 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 999 | 506 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 252 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 254 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Gawha
Gawha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haldad | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Panwa | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Deola | East | 2.75 km |
| Rengaon Road | North | 3.74 km |
| Balsamund | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Indarpur(rehatiya) | West | 4.61 km |
| Temla(panwa) | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Matmur | South | 5.25 km |
| Gondpura | North | 5.35 km |
| Sangwi(bhulgaon) | East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gawha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gawha. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Gawha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Gawha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawha 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 Gawha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawha
Where is Gawha located?
Gawha village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawha is Dewla.
What is the pincode of Gawha?
The pincode of Gawha is 451449.
What is the population of Gawha?
Gawha had a total population of 1,000, including 506 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Gawha?
Gawha had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawha was 55.63%. Male literacy was 64.45% and female literacy was 46.80%.