Gulwara

Gulwara is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gulwara village. As per 2009 stats, Gulwara village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Gulwara unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Gulwara’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 Gulwara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gulwara is 488129. The village spans a total geographical area of 658.31 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Gulwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gulwara 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 Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gulwara

According to the 2011 Census, Gulwara has a total population of about 2,296, with approximately 1,206 males and 1,090 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 326 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 391. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.98%, with male literacy at about 70.23% and female literacy near 52.84%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gulwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,296 1,206 1,090
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 326 156 170
Scheduled Castes (SC) 226 119 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 391 197 194
Literate Population 1,423 847 576
Illiterate Population 873 359 514

Connectivity of Gulwara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gulwara. As per the 2011 stats, Gulwara 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gulwara

Knowing the nearby villages of Gulwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gulwara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gulwara

Where is Gulwara located?
Gulwara village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulwara?
Gulwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gulwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gulwara is 2,296, with 1,206 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Gulwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gulwara village has a total of 527 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulwara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gulwara is 61.98%. The male literacy rate is 70.23%, while the female literacy rate is 52.84%.