Gawandi
Gawandi is a village located in Babulgaon tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Babulgaon (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Gawandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gawandi unique in its vibrant Babulgaon-Yavatmal 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 542125. The village spans a total geographical area of 845.64 hectares. Yavatmal is nearest town to Gawandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Gawandi
Population of Gawandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gawandi has a total population of about 1,295, with approximately 660 males and 635 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 138 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 91. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.54%, with male literacy at about 85.30% and female literacy near 75.59%. There are around 314 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 | 1,295 | 660 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 563 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 97 | 155 |
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 Babulgaon Tehsil, within the Yavatmal 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 1,295, with 660 males and 635 females.
- How many households are there in Gawandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawandi village has a total of 314 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawandi is 80.54%. The male literacy rate is 85.30%, while the female literacy rate is 75.59%.