Gilgawan
Gilgawan is a village located in Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kolaras (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Guda is the gram panchayat of Gilgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gilgawan unique in its vibrant Kolaras-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Gilgawan’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 Gilgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gilgawan is 455795. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.79 hectares. Kolaras is nearest town to Gilgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Gilgawan
Population of Gilgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gilgawan has a total population of about 435, with approximately 243 males and 192 females. The sex ratio is around 790 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 269 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.90%, with male literacy at about 58.85% and female literacy near 31.77%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gilgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 243 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 143 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 204 | 143 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 100 | 131 |
Connectivity of Gilgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gilgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gilgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gilgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gilgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gilgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gilgawan
- Where is Gilgawan located?
- Gilgawan village is situated in Kolaras Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gilgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gilgawan is Guda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gilgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gilgawan is 435, with 243 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Gilgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gilgawan village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gilgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gilgawan is 46.90%. The male literacy rate is 58.85%, while the female literacy rate is 31.77%.