Gadwa (Garhwa) - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Gadwa (Garhwa) is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Badram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadwa (Garhwa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadwa (Garhwa) is 503405. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.54 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Gadwa (Garhwa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadwa (Garhwa)
As per Census 2011, Gadwa (Garhwa) village has a total population of 1,039 people, consisting of 546 males and 493 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 387 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadwa (Garhwa) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 546 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 110 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 210 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 250 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 296 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Gadwa (Garhwa)
Gadwa (Garhwa) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajabar | South | 1.63 km |
| Tamai | North | 1.77 km |
| Kekrai | South | 2.08 km |
| Panwar | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Badram | East | 2.76 km |
| Naugai (kekrai) | South | 3.44 km |
| Badgadi | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Padri Khurd | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Kyontaly | West | 3.91 km |
| Deeghar Khurd | East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadwa (Garhwa)
Gadwa (Garhwa) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Gadwa (Garhwa) is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Gadwa (Garhwa) is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadwa (Garhwa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadwa (Garhwa) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadwa (Garhwa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadwa (Garhwa) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadwa (Garhwa)
Where is Gadwa (Garhwa) located?
Gadwa (Garhwa) village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadwa (Garhwa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadwa (Garhwa) is Badram.
What is the pincode of Gadwa (Garhwa)?
The pincode of Gadwa (Garhwa) is 486882.
What is the population of Gadwa (Garhwa)?
Gadwa (Garhwa) has a total population of 1,039, including 546 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Gadwa (Garhwa)?
There are 212 households in Gadwa (Garhwa).
What is the literacy rate in Gadwa (Garhwa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadwa (Garhwa) is 39.75%. Male literacy is 45.79% and female literacy is 33.06%.