Gardwas - Chauth Ka Barwara, Sawai Madhopur
Gardwas is a village situated in the Chauth Ka Barwara tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauth Ka Barwara and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Balriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gardwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardwas is 077588. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.81 hectares and falls under the 322702 pincode. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gardwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gardwas
As per Census 2011, Gardwas village has a total population of 1,144 people, consisting of 580 males and 564 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 871 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gardwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,144 | 580 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 871 | 437 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 365 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 215 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Gardwas
Gardwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Roopnagar | South | 0.96 km |
| Ramsinghpura | East | 1.58 km |
| Asalgaon | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Balriya | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Nawabpura | West | 2.95 km |
| Rahman Nagar | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Ganeshganj | North | 3.78 km |
| Ukhlana | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Alinagar | South | 3.95 km |
| Kumhariya | North-West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gardwas
Gardwas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chauth Ka Barwara, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawai Madhopur to Gardwas is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardwas 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gardwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gardwas
Where is Gardwas located?
Gardwas village is located in Chauth Ka Barwara Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Gardwas is Balriya.
What is the pincode of Gardwas?
The pincode of Gardwas is 322702.
What is the population of Gardwas?
Gardwas has a total population of 1,144, including 580 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Gardwas?
There are 230 households in Gardwas.
What is the literacy rate in Gardwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardwas is 47.73%. Male literacy is 62.93% and female literacy is 32.09%.