Pawla
Pawla is a village located in Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpura (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Pawla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pawla unique in its vibrant Shahpura-Jabalpur region. You’ll see Pawla’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 Pawla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pawla is 489635. The village spans a total geographical area of 682.16 hectares. Shahpura is nearest town to Pawla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pawla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pawla
Population of Pawla
According to the 2011 Census, Pawla has a total population of about 1,616, with approximately 848 males and 768 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 261 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 109. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.10%, with male literacy at about 73.82% and female literacy near 55.47%. There are around 380 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pawla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,616 | 848 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 125 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 141 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 626 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 222 | 342 |
Connectivity of Pawla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pawla. As per the 2011 stats, Pawla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pawla
Knowing the nearby villages of Pawla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pawla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pawla
- Where is Pawla located?
- Pawla village is situated in Shahpura Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pawla?
- Pawla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pawla is 1,616, with 848 males and 768 females.
- How many households are there in Pawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pawla village has a total of 380 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pawla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pawla is 65.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.82%, while the female literacy rate is 55.47%.