Garwada - Gandhwani, Dhar
Garwada is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. Beladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garwada is 475192. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.79 hectares and falls under the 454441 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Garwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garwada
According to the 2011 Census, Garwada village had a total population of 803 people, including 412 males and 391 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.76%, with male literacy at 35.59% and female literacy at 19.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 803.
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 | 803 | 412 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 117 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 412 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 105 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 307 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Garwada
Garwada 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 Garwada
Garwada 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhar to Garwada is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garwada 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 Garwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garwada 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 Garwada
Where is Garwada located?
Garwada village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Garwada is Beladi.
What is the pincode of Garwada?
The pincode of Garwada is 454441.
What is the population of Garwada?
Garwada had a total population of 803, including 412 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Garwada?
Garwada had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwada was 27.76%. Male literacy was 35.59% and female literacy was 19.65%.