Gawa - Shyampur, Sehore
Gawa is a village situated in the Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shyampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Gawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawa is 482722. The village covers a total geographical area of 1069.71 hectares and falls under the 466651 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sehore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawa
As per Census 2011, Gawa village has a total population of 1,151 people, consisting of 599 males and 552 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 416 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gawa
Gawa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgaon | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Pater | North | 2.08 km |
| Magardi Khurd | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Chandbad | South | 3.42 km |
| Bansia | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Satanwadi | East | 4.71 km |
| Pili Karar | North | 4.89 km |
| Magardi Kalan | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Barnawad | North-East | 5.41 km |
| Bishan Kheda | South-East | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gawa
Gawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanwas, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Gawa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Gawa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawa
Where is Gawa located?
Gawa village is located in Shyampur Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawa?
Gawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gawa?
The pincode of Gawa is 466651.
What is the population of Gawa?
Gawa has a total population of 1,151, including 599 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Gawa?
There are 241 households in Gawa.
What is the literacy rate in Gawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawa is 36.14%. Male literacy is 43.41% and female literacy is 28.26%.