Gawal
Gawal is a village located in Barwaha tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Barwaha (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Gawal village is also a gram panchayat.
Gawal has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawal is 476810. The village spans a total geographical area of 449.63 hectares. Sanawad is nearest town to Gawal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gawal
Population of Gawal
Below is a concise population overview of Gawal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,697 | 853 | 844 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 203 | 201 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 69 | 84 |
Literate Population | 986 | 592 | 394 |
Illiterate Population | 711 | 261 | 450 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gawal village:
- The total population of Gawal village is around 1,697, including approximately 853 males and 844 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Gawal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gawal village has 404 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 153 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gawal village is about 58.10%, with male literacy at 69.40% and female literacy at 46.68%.
- There are around 329 households in Gawal village.
Connectivity of Gawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawal. As per the 2011 stats, Gawal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawal
- Where is Gawal located?
- Gawal village is situated in Barwaha Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawal?
- Gawal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawal is 1,697, with 853 males and 844 females.
- How many households are there in Gawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawal village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawal is 58.10%. The male literacy rate is 69.40%, while the female literacy rate is 46.68%.