Gelwara
Gelwara is a village located in Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from Azamgarh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gelwara village. As per 2009 stats, Gelwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gelwara unique in its vibrant Azamgarh region. You’ll see Gelwara’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 Gelwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gelwara is 193678. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.38 hectares. Azamgarh is nearest town to Gelwara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gelwara
Population of Gelwara
According to the 2011 Census, Gelwara has a total population of about 2,907, with approximately 1,504 males and 1,403 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 382 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 896 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.30%, with male literacy at about 72.54% and female literacy near 53.39%. There are around 414 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gelwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,907 | 1,504 | 1,403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 211 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 472 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,840 | 1,091 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 413 | 654 |
Connectivity of Gelwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gelwara. As per the 2011 stats, Gelwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gelwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gelwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gelwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gelwara
- Where is Gelwara located?
- Gelwara village is situated in Azamgarh Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gelwara?
- Gelwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gelwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gelwara is 2,907, with 1,504 males and 1,403 females.
- How many households are there in Gelwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gelwara village has a total of 414 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gelwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gelwara is 63.30%. The male literacy rate is 72.54%, while the female literacy rate is 53.39%.