Gadarwas - Badi, Raisen
Gadarwas is a village situated in the Badi tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badi and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Gadarwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadarwas is 484705. The village covers a total geographical area of 1619.53 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Badi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gadarwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadarwas
As per Census 2011, Gadarwas village has a total population of 2,451 people, consisting of 1,338 males and 1,113 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 1,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadarwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,451 | 1,338 | 1,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 205 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 170 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 925 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 413 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Gadarwas
Gadarwas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gora Mchhawai | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Bhouti | South | 3.34 km |
| Bharkachha Kalan | West | 3.79 km |
| Isarpur | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Biser | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Nagpur | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Bankhedi Rewa | East | 4.76 km |
| Jhalsargonth | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Satwasa | South | 5.03 km |
| Pamali | South-East | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadarwas
Gadarwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Guramkhedi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badi to Gadarwas is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Gadarwas is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadarwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadarwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadarwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadarwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadarwas
Where is Gadarwas located?
Gadarwas village is located in Badi Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadarwas?
Gadarwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadarwas?
The pincode of Gadarwas is 464665.
What is the population of Gadarwas?
Gadarwas has a total population of 2,451, including 1,338 males and 1,113 females.
How many households are there in Gadarwas?
There are 615 households in Gadarwas.
What is the literacy rate in Gadarwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadarwas is 58.26%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 45.19%.