Gawalkheda - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gawalkheda is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Chainpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawalkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawalkheda is 477893. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.34 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gawalkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawalkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Gawalkheda village had a total population of 567 people, including 280 males and 287 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.26%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 15.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 544.
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 | 567 | 280 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 268 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 223 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Gawalkheda
Gawalkheda 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 Gawalkheda
Gawalkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhiranya to Gawalkheda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gawalkheda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawalkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawalkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gawalkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawalkheda 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 Gawalkheda
Where is Gawalkheda located?
Gawalkheda village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawalkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawalkheda is Chainpur.
What is the pincode of Gawalkheda?
The pincode of Gawalkheda is 451332.
What is the population of Gawalkheda?
Gawalkheda had a total population of 567, including 280 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Gawalkheda?
Gawalkheda had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawalkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawalkheda was 20.26%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 15.58%.