Gadhadiya - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Gadhadiya is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Dogaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadhadiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhadiya is 505679. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.3 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gadhadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhadiya village had a total population of 1,629 people, including 839 males and 790 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.48%, with male literacy at 50.62% and female literacy at 33.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,589.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 839 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 193 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,589 | 821 | 768 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 327 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,092 | 512 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhadiya
Gadhadiya 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 Gadhadiya
Gadhadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Gadhadiya is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhadiya 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 Gadhadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadhadiya
Where is Gadhadiya located?
Gadhadiya village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhadiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadhadiya is Dogaliya.
What is the pincode of Gadhadiya?
The pincode of Gadhadiya is 450001.
What is the population of Gadhadiya?
Gadhadiya had a total population of 1,629, including 839 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Gadhadiya?
Gadhadiya had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhadiya was 42.48%. Male literacy was 50.62% and female literacy was 33.98%.