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.
Here you can discover what makes Gawalkheda unique in its vibrant Jhiranya-Khargone region. You’ll see Gawalkheda’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 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.
Google Map of Gawalkheda
Population of Gawalkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Gawalkheda has a total population of about 567, with approximately 280 males and 287 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 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 544. The overall literacy rate is approximately 16.40%, with male literacy at about 20.36% and female literacy near 12.54%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawalkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.