Gadra
Gadra is a village located in Niwas tehsil of Mandla district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Niwas (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Mandla. As per 2009 stats, Gadra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gadra unique in its vibrant Niwas-Mandla region. You’ll see Gadra’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 Gadra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadra is 492549. The village spans a total geographical area of 267.8 hectares. Niwas is nearest town to Gadra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Gadra
Population of Gadra
According to the 2011 Census, Gadra has a total population of about 1,009, with approximately 450 males and 559 females. The sex ratio is around 1242 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 950. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.05%, with male literacy at about 64.67% and female literacy near 38.28%. There are around 284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 450 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 59 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 950 | 423 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 291 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 159 | 345 |
Connectivity of Gadra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadra. As per the 2011 stats, Gadra 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gadra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadra
- Where is Gadra located?
- Gadra village is situated in Niwas Tehsil, within the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadra?
- Gadra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gadra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadra is 1,009, with 450 males and 559 females.
- How many households are there in Gadra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadra village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadra is 50.05%. The male literacy rate is 64.67%, while the female literacy rate is 38.28%.