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
According to the 2011 Census, Gawasen village had a total population of 804 people, including 399 males and 405 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.23%, with male literacy at 60.63% and female literacy at 40.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 625.
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 | 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 had a total population of 804, including 399 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Gawasen?
Gawasen had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawasen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawasen was 50.23%. Male literacy was 60.63% and female literacy was 40.12%.