Gawalanpati - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gawalanpati is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Okhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawalanpati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawalanpati is 476866. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.73 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gawalanpati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawalanpati
According to the 2011 Census, Gawalanpati village had a total population of 323 people, including 163 males and 160 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.81%, with male literacy at 58.39% and female literacy at 46.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 307.
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 | 323 | 163 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 155 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 83 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Gawalanpati
Gawalanpati 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 Gawalanpati
Gawalanpati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gawalanpati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Gawalanpati is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gawalanpati is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawalanpati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawalanpati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gawalanpati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawalanpati 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gawalanpati
Where is Gawalanpati located?
Gawalanpati village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawalanpati?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawalanpati is Okhla.
What is the pincode of Gawalanpati?
The pincode of Gawalanpati is 451115.
What is the population of Gawalanpati?
Gawalanpati had a total population of 323, including 163 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Gawalanpati?
Gawalanpati had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawalanpati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawalanpati was 52.81%. Male literacy was 58.39% and female literacy was 46.92%.