Guwada - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Guwada is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Guwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwada is 477962. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.08 hectares and falls under the 451441 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town.
Guwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guwada
As per Census 2011, Guwada village has a total population of 1,562 people, consisting of 781 males and 781 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,525 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,562 | 781 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 254 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,525 | 760 | 765 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 126 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 655 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Guwada
Guwada 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 Guwada
Guwada 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 | No | Available within >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 Guwada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwada 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 Guwada
Where is Guwada located?
Guwada village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwada?
Guwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guwada?
The pincode of Guwada is 451441.
What is the population of Guwada?
Guwada has a total population of 1,562, including 781 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Guwada?
There are 274 households in Guwada.
What is the literacy rate in Guwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwada is 17.54%. Male literacy is 16.13% and female literacy is 18.95%.