Uchawad - Anjad, Barwani
Uchawad is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Uchawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchawad is 478284. The village covers a total geographical area of 1125.04 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Uchawad 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 Uchawad
As per Census 2011, Uchawad village has a total population of 1,774 people, consisting of 904 males and 870 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 984 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uchawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 904 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 196 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 155 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 984 | 576 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 328 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Uchawad
Uchawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalya Deb | North | 2.62 km |
| Piprideb | South | 2.92 km |
| Bunderkachh | East | 3.55 km |
| Semalda | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Hataula | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Harangaon | West | 4.69 km |
| Ujawani | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Talwada Deb | North | 4.77 km |
| Bawadya | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Fatyapur | North-West | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uchawad
Uchawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Anjad to Uchawad is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Uchawad is about 37 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 Uchawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uchawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uchawad
Where is Uchawad located?
Uchawad village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uchawad?
Uchawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uchawad?
The pincode of Uchawad is 451556.
What is the population of Uchawad?
Uchawad has a total population of 1,774, including 904 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Uchawad?
There are 365 households in Uchawad.
What is the literacy rate in Uchawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchawad is 55.47%. Male literacy is 63.72% and female literacy is 46.90%.