Gogawan - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gogawan is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pathrad Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gogawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gogawan is 477002. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.83 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town.
Gogawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gogawan
As per Census 2011, Gogawan village has a total population of 1,268 people, consisting of 637 males and 631 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 823 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gogawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,268 | 637 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 155 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 477 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 160 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Gogawan
Gogawan 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 Gogawan
Gogawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gogawan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gogawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gogawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gogawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gogawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gogawan
Where is Gogawan located?
Gogawan village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gogawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gogawan is Pathrad Khurd.
What is the pincode of Gogawan?
The pincode of Gogawan is 451225.
What is the population of Gogawan?
Gogawan has a total population of 1,268, including 637 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Gogawan?
There are 264 households in Gogawan.
What is the literacy rate in Gogawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gogawan is 64.91%. Male literacy is 74.88% and female literacy is 54.83%.