Gawasen - Chicholi, Betul
Gawasen is a village situated in the Chicholi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chicholi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Gavasen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawasen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawasen is 485787. The village covers a total geographical area of 597 hectares and falls under the 460330 pincode. Timrani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gawasen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawasen
As per Census 2011, Gawasen village has a total population of 804 people, consisting of 399 males and 405 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 625 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawasen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 804 | 399 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 625 | 309 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 194 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 205 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Gawasen
Gawasen 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 Gawasen
Gawasen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Timrani to Gawasen is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Gawasen 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 Gawasen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawasen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gawasen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawasen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawasen
Where is Gawasen located?
Gawasen village is located in Chicholi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawasen?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawasen is Gavasen.
What is the pincode of Gawasen?
The pincode of Gawasen is 460330.
What is the population of Gawasen?
Gawasen has a total population of 804, including 399 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Gawasen?
There are 130 households in Gawasen.
What is the literacy rate in Gawasen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawasen is 40.55%. Male literacy is 48.62% and female literacy is 32.59%.