Gandwada
Gandwada is a village located in Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Badnawar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Kumedi is the gram panchayat of Gandwada village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandwada unique in its vibrant Badnawar-Dhar region. You’ll see Gandwada’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 Gandwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandwada is 474469. The village spans a total geographical area of 476.74 hectares. Badnawar is nearest town to Gandwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Gandwada
Population of Gandwada
According to the 2011 Census, Gandwada has a total population of about 832, with approximately 424 males and 408 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 443. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.43%, with male literacy at about 63.68% and female literacy near 26.47%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandwada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 424 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 232 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 270 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 154 | 300 |
Connectivity of Gandwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandwada. As per the 2011 stats, Gandwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandwada
- Where is Gandwada located?
- Gandwada village is situated in Badnawar Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandwada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandwada is Kumedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gandwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandwada is 832, with 424 males and 408 females.
- How many households are there in Gandwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandwada village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandwada is 45.43%. The male literacy rate is 63.68%, while the female literacy rate is 26.47%.