Rehatwas - Piprai, Ashoknagar
Rehatwas is a village situated in the Piprai tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Chanderi and around 30 km from Ashoknagar. Rehatwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rehatwas is 500310. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.55 hectares and falls under the 473440 pincode. Ashoknagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rehatwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rehatwas
According to the 2011 Census, Rehatwas village had a total population of 603 people, including 308 males and 295 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.54%, with male literacy at 87.95% and female literacy at 53.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 603 | 308 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 219 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 89 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Rehatwas
Rehatwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govind Kheda | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Mudra Kalan | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Desai Kheda | North | 2.29 km |
| Ratwas | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Chak Rat Bhanpur | West | 3.27 km |
| Khujrai | South | 3.64 km |
| Daulat Khedi | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Kundoli | North | 3.95 km |
| Baksanpur | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Sigon | East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rehatwas
Rehatwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahatwas, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashoknagar to Rehatwas is about 30 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 Rehatwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rehatwas 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 Rehatwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rehatwas 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 Rehatwas
Where is Rehatwas located?
Rehatwas village is located in Piprai Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rehatwas?
Rehatwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rehatwas?
The pincode of Rehatwas is 473440.
What is the population of Rehatwas?
Rehatwas had a total population of 603, including 308 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Rehatwas?
Rehatwas had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rehatwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rehatwas was 70.54%. Male literacy was 87.95% and female literacy was 53.20%.