Gulawad - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gulawad is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gulawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulawad is 476958. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.18 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gulawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulawad
As per Census 2011, Gulawad village has a total population of 2,386 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,175 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,449 literate and 937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 634 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 548 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,386 | 1,211 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 150 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 634 | 327 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 548 | 290 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 1,449 | 834 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 377 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Gulawad
Gulawad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhudri | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Mardhori | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Somakhedi | West | 2.74 km |
| Ahilypura | North | 3.46 km |
| Kawdiya | South | 3.62 km |
| Rangun | East | 3.64 km |
| Baddiya | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Palda | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Bhaklay | West | 4.18 km |
| Bilbawdi | South-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulawad
Gulawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalkund, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandleshwar to Gulawad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gulawad 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 Gulawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gulawad
Where is Gulawad located?
Gulawad village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulawad?
Gulawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulawad?
The pincode of Gulawad is 451221.
What is the population of Gulawad?
Gulawad has a total population of 2,386, including 1,211 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Gulawad?
There are 544 households in Gulawad.
What is the literacy rate in Gulawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulawad is 60.73%. Male literacy is 68.87% and female literacy is 52.34%.