Gavha Farkade - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Gavha Farkade is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Gawha Farkade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gavha Farkade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavha Farkade is 533268. The village covers a total geographical area of 877.45 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gavha Farkade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gavha Farkade
As per Census 2011, Gavha Farkade village has a total population of 1,143 people, consisting of 605 males and 538 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gavha Farkade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,143 | 605 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 501 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 104 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Gavha Farkade
Gavha Farkade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sayadpur | North | 1.64 km |
| Masadi | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Umarpur | South | 2.74 km |
| Ashok Nagar | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Dhakulgaon | East | 3.29 km |
| Salora Kh. | West | 4.23 km |
| Jalka Jagtap | West | 4.45 km |
| Degaon Ujad | North | 4.59 km |
| Jagdishpur | North | 4.84 km |
| Taroda | South | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gavha Farkade
Public transport in the Gavha Farkade is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dipore, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Gavha Farkade is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Gavha Farkade is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavha Farkade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavha Farkade 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gavha Farkade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavha Farkade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gavha Farkade
Where is Gavha Farkade located?
Gavha Farkade village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavha Farkade?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavha Farkade is Gawha Farkade.
What is the pincode of Gavha Farkade?
The pincode of Gavha Farkade is 444709.
What is the population of Gavha Farkade?
Gavha Farkade has a total population of 1,143, including 605 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Gavha Farkade?
There are 285 households in Gavha Farkade.
What is the literacy rate in Gavha Farkade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavha Farkade is 80.58%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 78.07%.