Gwala

Gwala is a village located in Jawar tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Jawar (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Gwala village is also a gram panchayat.

Gwala has its own place in the vibrant Sehore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gwala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gwala is 483120. The village spans a total geographical area of 761.43 hectares. Jawar is nearest town to Gwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Gwala

Below is a concise population overview of Gwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,617 818 799
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 260 132 128
Scheduled Castes (SC) 798 393 405
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 3 3
Literate Population 910 551 359
Illiterate Population 707 267 440

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gwala village:

  • The total population of Gwala village is around 1,617, including approximately 818 males and 799 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Gwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gwala village has 798 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gwala village is about 56.28%, with male literacy at 67.36% and female literacy at 44.93%.
  • There are around 360 households in Gwala village.

Connectivity of Gwala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gwala. As per the 2011 stats, Gwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gwala

Knowing the nearby villages of Gwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gwala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gwala

Where is Gwala located?
Gwala village is situated in Jawar Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwala?
Gwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gwala is 1,617, with 818 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Gwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gwala village has a total of 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gwala is 56.28%. The male literacy rate is 67.36%, while the female literacy rate is 44.93%.