Guwadi - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Guwadi is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mandwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwadi is 506137. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.88 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Guwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guwadi
As per Census 2011, Guwadi village has a total population of 811 people, consisting of 409 males and 402 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 808 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 409 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 808 | 408 | 400 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 115 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 294 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Guwadi
Guwadi 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 Guwadi
Guwadi 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 >10 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 Pandhana to Guwadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Guwadi is about 36 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 Guwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guwadi
Where is Guwadi located?
Guwadi village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Guwadi is Mandwa.
What is the pincode of Guwadi?
The pincode of Guwadi is 450001.
What is the population of Guwadi?
Guwadi has a total population of 811, including 409 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Guwadi?
There are 156 households in Guwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Guwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwadi is 24.04%. Male literacy is 28.12% and female literacy is 19.90%.