Gawat Khedi
Gawat Khedi is a village located in Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bhikangaon (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Surwa Koyda is the gram panchayat of Gawat Khedi village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawat Khedi unique in its vibrant Bhikangaon-Khargone region. You’ll see Gawat Khedi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gawat Khedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawat Khedi is 477436. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.73 hectares. Bhikangaon is nearest town to Gawat Khedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawat Khedi 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 Bhikangaon 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 Gawat Khedi
Population of Gawat Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Gawat Khedi has a total population of about 464, with approximately 230 males and 234 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 461. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.53%, with male literacy at about 33.04% and female literacy near 26.07%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawat Khedi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 464 | 230 | 234 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 228 | 233 |
Literate Population | 137 | 76 | 61 |
Illiterate Population | 327 | 154 | 173 |
Connectivity of Gawat Khedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawat Khedi. As per the 2011 stats, Gawat Khedi 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 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawat Khedi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawat Khedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawat Khedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawat Khedi
- Where is Gawat Khedi located?
- Gawat Khedi village is situated in Bhikangaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawat Khedi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawat Khedi is Surwa Koyda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gawat Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawat Khedi is 464, with 230 males and 234 females.
- How many households are there in Gawat Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawat Khedi village has a total of 73 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawat Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawat Khedi is 29.53%. The male literacy rate is 33.04%, while the female literacy rate is 26.07%.