Guwali - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Guwali is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Guwali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwali is 504455. The village covers a total geographical area of 1466.6 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Dahod is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Guwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guwali
As per Census 2011, Guwali village has a total population of 6,489 people, consisting of 3,265 males and 3,224 females. The village has 1,049 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 5,642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,475 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,489 | 3,265 | 3,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,603 | 811 | 792 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,475 | 3,255 | 3,220 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 555 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,642 | 2,710 | 2,932 |
Nearby Villages of Guwali
Guwali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Demara | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Patra | East | 3.47 km |
| Satsera | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Rampura | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Mandli | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Medikhet | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Nawapadapal | North-East | 5.76 km |
| Kachaldara | East | 5.89 km |
| Bisalpur | East | 6.76 km |
| Khatama | North-East | 6.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guwali
Guwali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bordi, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahod to Guwali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Guwali is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guwali
Where is Guwali located?
Guwali village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwali?
Guwali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guwali?
The pincode of Guwali is 457779.
What is the population of Guwali?
Guwali has a total population of 6,489, including 3,265 males and 3,224 females.
How many households are there in Guwali?
There are 1,049 households in Guwali.
What is the literacy rate in Guwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwali is 13.05%. Male literacy is 17.00% and female literacy is 9.06%.