Guawdi - Gogaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Guawdi is a village situated in the Gogaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogaon and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gowadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guawdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guawdi is 477677. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.23 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Guawdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Guawdi
As per Census 2011, Guawdi village has a total population of 1,280 people, consisting of 675 males and 605 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guawdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,280 | 675 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 463 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 212 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Guawdi
Guawdi 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 Guawdi
Guawdi 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 | 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 Khargone to Guawdi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guawdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guawdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guawdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guawdi 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 Guawdi
Where is Guawdi located?
Guawdi village is located in Gogaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guawdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Guawdi is Gowadi.
What is the pincode of Guawdi?
The pincode of Guawdi is 451335.
What is the population of Guawdi?
Guawdi has a total population of 1,280, including 675 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Guawdi?
There are 261 households in Guawdi.
What is the literacy rate in Guawdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guawdi is 57.50%. Male literacy is 68.59% and female literacy is 45.12%.