Gawalkheda
Gawalkheda is a village located in Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jhiranya (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Chainpur is the gram panchayat of Gawalkheda village.
Gawalkheda 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 Gawalkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawalkheda is 477893. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.34 hectares. Jhiranya is nearest town to Gawalkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Gawalkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Gawalkheda 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 | 567 | 280 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 268 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 223 | 251 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gawalkheda village:
- The total population of Gawalkheda village is around 567, including approximately 280 males and 287 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Gawalkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gawalkheda village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 544 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gawalkheda village is about 16.40%, with male literacy at 20.36% and female literacy at 12.54%.
- There are around 101 households in Gawalkheda village.
Connectivity of Gawalkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawalkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Gawalkheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Gawalkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawalkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawalkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawalkheda
- Where is Gawalkheda located?
- Gawalkheda village is situated in Jhiranya Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawalkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawalkheda is Chainpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gawalkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawalkheda is 567, with 280 males and 287 females.
- How many households are there in Gawalkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawalkheda village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawalkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawalkheda is 16.40%. The male literacy rate is 20.36%, while the female literacy rate is 12.54%.