Gaganwada - Silwani, Raisen
Gaganwada is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Uchera Jamuniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaganwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaganwada is 484819. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.415 hectares and falls under the 464672 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gaganwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaganwada
As per Census 2011, Gaganwada village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 35 males and 35 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaganwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 10 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gaganwada
Gaganwada 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 Gaganwada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gaganwada.
| 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 Silwani to Gaganwada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Gaganwada is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaganwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaganwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaganwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaganwada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaganwada
Where is Gaganwada located?
Gaganwada village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaganwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaganwada is Uchera Jamuniya.
What is the pincode of Gaganwada?
The pincode of Gaganwada is 464672.
What is the population of Gaganwada?
Gaganwada has a total population of 70, including 35 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Gaganwada?
There are 16 households in Gaganwada.
What is the literacy rate in Gaganwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaganwada is 62.86%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 54.29%.