Gandhawad
Gandhawad is a village located in Segaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Segaon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Gandhawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhawad unique in its vibrant Segaon-Khargone region. You’ll see Gandhawad’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 Gandhawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhawad is 477320. The village spans a total geographical area of 821.87 hectares. Khargone is nearest town to Gandhawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Gandhawad
Population of Gandhawad
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhawad has a total population of about 1,468, with approximately 722 males and 746 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 185. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.08%, with male literacy at about 78.12% and female literacy near 54.42%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 722 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 564 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 158 | 340 |
Connectivity of Gandhawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhawad. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhawad
- Where is Gandhawad located?
- Gandhawad village is situated in Segaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhawad?
- Gandhawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gandhawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhawad is 1,468, with 722 males and 746 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhawad village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhawad is 66.08%. The male literacy rate is 78.12%, while the female literacy rate is 54.42%.