Gadwani - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Gadwani is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Gadwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadwani is 503501. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.31 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Gadwani 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 Gadwani
As per Census 2011, Gadwani village has a total population of 1,345 people, consisting of 688 males and 657 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,345 | 688 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 121 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 143 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 178 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 498 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 190 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Gadwani
Gadwani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadwani
Gadwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Gadwani is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadwani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadwani 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 Gadwani
Where is Gadwani located?
Gadwani village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadwani?
Gadwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadwani?
The pincode of Gadwani is 486882.
What is the population of Gadwani?
Gadwani has a total population of 1,345, including 688 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Gadwani?
There are 297 households in Gadwani.
What is the literacy rate in Gadwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadwani is 61.34%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 49.77%.