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.
Here you can discover what makes Gwala unique in its vibrant Jawar-Sehore region. You’ll see Gwala’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 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.
Google Map of Gwala
Population of Gwala
According to the 2011 Census, Gwala has a total population of about 1,617, with approximately 818 males and 799 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 798 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.28%, with male literacy at about 67.36% and female literacy near 44.93%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.