Nalwai - Anjad, Barwani
Nalwai is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Lohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalwai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalwai is 478276. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.49 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Nalwai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nalwai
As per Census 2011, Nalwai village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 394 males and 382 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalwai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 394 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 192 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 202 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Nalwai
Nalwai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gawla | East | 1.87 km |
| Talwada Deb | South | 2.36 km |
| Kothada | North | 2.50 km |
| Nawada Khedi | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Ratwa | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Bawadya | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Mehgaon | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Sarasgaon | North | 3.77 km |
| Dagadpura | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Fatyapur | South-West | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nalwai
Nalwai 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 Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Nalwai is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Nalwai is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalwai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalwai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nalwai
Where is Nalwai located?
Nalwai village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalwai?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalwai is Lohara.
What is the pincode of Nalwai?
The pincode of Nalwai is 451556.
What is the population of Nalwai?
Nalwai has a total population of 776, including 394 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Nalwai?
There are 151 households in Nalwai.
What is the literacy rate in Nalwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalwai is 41.62%. Male literacy is 48.73% and female literacy is 34.29%.