Gandhawad - Segaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gandhawad is a village situated in the Segaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Segaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gandhawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhawad is 477320. The village covers a total geographical area of 821.87 hectares and falls under the 451440 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gandhawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandhawad
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhawad village had a total population of 1,468 people, including 722 males and 746 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.16%, with male literacy at 87.31% and female literacy at 61.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 1,468 | 722 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 564 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 158 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhawad
Gandhawad 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 Gandhawad
Gandhawad 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Gandhawad is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhawad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandhawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gandhawad
Where is Gandhawad located?
Gandhawad village is located in Segaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandhawad?
Gandhawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandhawad?
The pincode of Gandhawad is 451440.
What is the population of Gandhawad?
Gandhawad had a total population of 1,468, including 722 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Gandhawad?
Gandhawad had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhawad was 74.16%. Male literacy was 87.31% and female literacy was 61.33%.