Gowadi - Udaynagar, Dewas
Gowadi is a village situated in the Udaynagar tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Bagli and around 135 km from Dewas. Narsinghpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowadi is 474091. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.22 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gowadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gowadi village had a total population of 225 people, including 118 males and 107 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.51%, with male literacy at 48.35% and female literacy at 27.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 225 | 118 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 44 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 74 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Gowadi
Gowadi 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 Gowadi
Gowadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bagli to Gowadi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Gowadi is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gowadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowadi 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 Gowadi
Where is Gowadi located?
Gowadi village is located in Udaynagar Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowadi is Narsinghpura.
What is the pincode of Gowadi?
The pincode of Gowadi is 455227.
What is the population of Gowadi?
Gowadi had a total population of 225, including 118 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Gowadi?
Gowadi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowadi was 38.51%. Male literacy was 48.35% and female literacy was 27.71%.