Gawala - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gawala is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Mahetwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawala is 476925. The village covers a total geographical area of 716 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawala
According to the 2011 Census, Gawala village had a total population of 441 people, including 204 males and 237 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.75%, with male literacy at 53.80% and female literacy at 44.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 441 | 204 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 157 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 112 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Gawala
Gawala 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 Gawala
Gawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Gawala is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gawala is about 59 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 Gawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawala 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 Gawala
Where is Gawala located?
Gawala village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawala is Mahetwada.
What is the pincode of Gawala?
The pincode of Gawala is 451224.
What is the population of Gawala?
Gawala had a total population of 441, including 204 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Gawala?
Gawala had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawala was 48.75%. Male literacy was 53.80% and female literacy was 44.21%.