Gawa
Gawa is a village located in Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Gawa village is also a gram panchayat.
Gawa 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 Gawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawa is 482722. The village spans a total geographical area of 1069.71 hectares. Narsinghgarh is nearest town to Gawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sehore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gawa
Population of Gawa
Below is a concise population overview of Gawa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,151 | 599 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 108 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 260 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 339 | 396 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gawa village:
- The total population of Gawa village is around 1,151, including approximately 599 males and 552 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Gawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gawa village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gawa village is about 36.14%, with male literacy at 43.41% and female literacy at 28.26%.
- There are around 241 households in Gawa village.
Connectivity of Gawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawa. As per the 2011 stats, Gawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawa
- Where is Gawa located?
- Gawa village is situated in Shyampur Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawa?
- Gawa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawa is 1,151, with 599 males and 552 females.
- How many households are there in Gawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawa village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawa is 36.14%. The male literacy rate is 43.41%, while the female literacy rate is 28.26%.