Gawa
About Gawa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gawa village is 482722. Gawa village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1069.71 hectares. Gawa has a total population of 1,151 peoples, out of which male population is 599 while female population is 552. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gawa village is 36.14% out of which 43.41% males and 28.26% females are literate. There are about 241 houses in gawa village.
When it comes to administration, Gawa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gawa village comes under Sehore Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency. Narsinghgarh is nearest town to gawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Gawa
The population details of Gawa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,151 | 599 | 552 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 195 | 108 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 260 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 339 | 396 |
Connectivity of Gawa
| 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 |
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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%.