Kadwal Badi - Jobat, Alirajpur
Kadwal Badi is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Chuliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadwal Badi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadwal Badi is 505042. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.31 hectares and falls under the 457990 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kadwal Badi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhabua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadwal Badi
As per Census 2011, Kadwal Badi village has a total population of 1,146 people, consisting of 565 males and 581 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,146 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadwal Badi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,146 | 565 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 127 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,146 | 565 | 581 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 63 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 502 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Kadwal Badi
Kadwal Badi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bid Badi | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Bori | North | 1.22 km |
| Chuliya | East | 1.71 km |
| Bid Chhoti | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Bahediya | South | 2.11 km |
| Sudi Badi | West | 2.31 km |
| Ratanpura | North | 2.60 km |
| Jhadamli | East | 3.00 km |
| Karchat | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Pipaldlya | East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadwal Badi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kadwal Badi. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jobat to Kadwal Badi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Kadwal Badi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadwal Badi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadwal Badi 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 Kadwal Badi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadwal Badi 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 Kadwal Badi
Where is Kadwal Badi located?
Kadwal Badi village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadwal Badi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadwal Badi is Chuliya.
What is the pincode of Kadwal Badi?
The pincode of Kadwal Badi is 457990.
What is the population of Kadwal Badi?
Kadwal Badi has a total population of 1,146, including 565 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Kadwal Badi?
There are 164 households in Kadwal Badi.
What is the literacy rate in Kadwal Badi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadwal Badi is 7.85%. Male literacy is 11.15% and female literacy is 4.65%.