Alwada - Orchha, Narayanpur
Alwada is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Rekawaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alwada is 450031. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Alwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alwada
According to the 2011 Census, Alwada village had a total population of 88 people, including 38 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.88%, with male literacy at 22.22% and female literacy at 21.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 32 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Alwada
Alwada 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 Alwada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Alwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Alwada is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Alwada is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alwada
Where is Alwada located?
Alwada village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Alwada is Rekawaya.
What is the pincode of Alwada?
The pincode of Alwada is 494661.
What is the population of Alwada?
Alwada had a total population of 88, including 38 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Alwada?
Alwada had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alwada was 21.88%. Male literacy was 22.22% and female literacy was 21.62%.