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.
Here you can discover what makes Gawa unique in its vibrant Shyampur-Sehore region. You’ll see Gawa’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gawa has a total population of about 1,151, with approximately 599 males and 552 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.14%, with male literacy at about 43.41% and female literacy near 28.26%. There are around 241 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.