Gunawad
Gunawad is a village located in Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Petlawad (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Gunawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gunawad unique in its vibrant Petlawad-Jhabua region. You’ll see Gunawad’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 Gunawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gunawad is 504255. The village spans a total geographical area of 1998.61 hectares. Petlawad is nearest town to Gunawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Gunawad
Population of Gunawad
According to the 2011 Census, Gunawad has a total population of about 3,943, with approximately 1,947 males and 1,996 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 857 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,916. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.51%, with male literacy at about 36.57% and female literacy near 20.64%. There are around 761 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gunawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,943 | 1,947 | 1,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 857 | 452 | 405 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,916 | 1,932 | 1,984 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 712 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,819 | 1,235 | 1,584 |
Connectivity of Gunawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gunawad. As per the 2011 stats, Gunawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gunawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gunawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gunawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gunawad
- Where is Gunawad located?
- Gunawad village is situated in Petlawad Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gunawad?
- Gunawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gunawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunawad is 3,943, with 1,947 males and 1,996 females.
- How many households are there in Gunawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gunawad village has a total of 761 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gunawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunawad is 28.51%. The male literacy rate is 36.57%, while the female literacy rate is 20.64%.