Gawala
Gawala is a village located in Thikri tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Thikri. Thikri is the sub-district headquarter of Gawala village. As per 2009 stats, Chichali is the gram panchayat of Gawala village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawala unique in its vibrant Thikri-Barwani region. You’ll see Gawala’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 Gawala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawala is 478203. The village spans a total geographical area of 433.8 hectares. Anjad is nearest town to Gawala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawala 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 Gawala
Population of Gawala
According to the 2011 Census, Gawala has a total population of about 645, with approximately 328 males and 317 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 448 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.60%, with male literacy at about 74.39% and female literacy near 42.27%. There are around 165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 328 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 224 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 244 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 84 | 183 |
Connectivity of Gawala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawala. As per the 2011 stats, Gawala 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 within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawala
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawala
- Where is Gawala located?
- Gawala village is situated in Thikri Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawala is Chichali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawala is 645, with 328 males and 317 females.
- How many households are there in Gawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawala village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawala is 58.60%. The male literacy rate is 74.39%, while the female literacy rate is 42.27%.