Gagwana - Mahwa, Dausa
Gagwana is a village situated in the Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Gagwana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagwana is 078212. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 321608 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gagwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagwana
As per Census 2011, Gagwana village has a total population of 1,884 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 877 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 835 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,079 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gagwana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,884 | 1,007 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 170 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 252 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,079 | 570 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 695 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 312 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Gagwana
Gagwana 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 Gagwana
Public transport in the Gagwana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gagwana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Gagwana is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagwana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gagwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagwana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gagwana
Where is Gagwana located?
Gagwana village is located in Mahwa Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagwana?
Gagwana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gagwana?
The pincode of Gagwana is 321608.
What is the population of Gagwana?
Gagwana has a total population of 1,884, including 1,007 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Gagwana?
There are 312 households in Gagwana.
What is the literacy rate in Gagwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagwana is 55.68%. Male literacy is 69.02% and female literacy is 40.36%.