Gawat Khedi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gawat Khedi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Surwa Koyda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawat Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawat Khedi is 477436. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.73 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gawat Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawat Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Gawat Khedi village had a total population of 464 people, including 230 males and 234 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.59%, with male literacy at 42.70% and female literacy at 34.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 461.
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 | 464 | 230 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 228 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 154 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Gawat Khedi
Gawat Khedi 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 Gawat Khedi
Gawat Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhikangaon to Gawat Khedi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gawat Khedi is about 34 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 Gawat Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawat Khedi 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 Gawat Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawat Khedi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawat Khedi
Where is Gawat Khedi located?
Gawat Khedi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawat Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawat Khedi is Surwa Koyda.
What is the pincode of Gawat Khedi?
The pincode of Gawat Khedi is 451331.
What is the population of Gawat Khedi?
Gawat Khedi had a total population of 464, including 230 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Gawat Khedi?
Gawat Khedi had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawat Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawat Khedi was 38.59%. Male literacy was 42.70% and female literacy was 34.46%.