Gawla - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gawla is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gavla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawla is 477143. The village covers a total geographical area of 765.42 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gawla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawla
As per Census 2011, Gawla village has a total population of 1,015 people, consisting of 546 males and 469 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 546 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 382 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 164 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Gawla
Gawla 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 Gawla
Gawla 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 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 Kasrawad to Gawla is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gawla is about 35 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 Gawla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawla 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 Gawla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawla 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 Gawla
Where is Gawla located?
Gawla village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawla is Gavla.
What is the pincode of Gawla?
The pincode of Gawla is 451228.
What is the population of Gawla?
Gawla has a total population of 1,015, including 546 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Gawla?
There are 185 households in Gawla.
What is the literacy rate in Gawla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawla is 61.08%. Male literacy is 69.96% and female literacy is 50.75%.