Gudgawan - Panagar, Jabalpur
Gudgawan is a village situated in the Panagar tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panagar and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Gudgawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudgawan is 490184. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.96 hectares and falls under the 483220 pincode. Panagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gudgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudgawan
As per Census 2011, Gudgawan village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 428 males and 384 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 428 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 302 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 126 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Gudgawan
Gudgawan 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 Gudgawan
Gudgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gudgawan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Panagar to Gudgawan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Gudgawan is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gudgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudgawan
Where is Gudgawan located?
Gudgawan village is located in Panagar Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudgawan?
Gudgawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gudgawan?
The pincode of Gudgawan is 483220.
What is the population of Gudgawan?
Gudgawan has a total population of 812, including 428 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Gudgawan?
There are 198 households in Gudgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Gudgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudgawan is 64.53%. Male literacy is 70.56% and female literacy is 57.81%.