Gawandi
Gawandi is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Wardha district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Wardha. As per 2009 stats, Gawandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gawandi unique in its vibrant Karanja-Wardha region. You’ll see Gawandi’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 Gawandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawandi is 533590. The village spans a total geographical area of 664.76 hectares. Katol is nearest town to Gawandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Gawandi
Population of Gawandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gawandi has a total population of about 1,532, with approximately 782 males and 750 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 59. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.54%, with male literacy at about 78.90% and female literacy near 70.00%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,532 | 782 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 617 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 165 | 225 |
Connectivity of Gawandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawandi. As per the 2011 stats, Gawandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawandi
- Where is Gawandi located?
- Gawandi village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Wardha district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawandi?
- Gawandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gawandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawandi is 1,532, with 782 males and 750 females.
- How many households are there in Gawandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawandi village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawandi is 74.54%. The male literacy rate is 78.90%, while the female literacy rate is 70.00%.