Bobalwadi - Rajpur, Barwani
Bobalwadi is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Bobalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bobalwadi is 478374. The village covers a total geographical area of 1510 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bobalwadi 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 Bobalwadi
As per Census 2011, Bobalwadi village has a total population of 2,675 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,350 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 1,690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,583 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bobalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,675 | 1,325 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,583 | 1,279 | 1,304 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 543 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,690 | 782 | 908 |
Nearby Villages of Bobalwadi
Bobalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Domwada | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Nilkanth | South | 3.90 km |
| Kholgaon | North | 4.12 km |
| Kadwi | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Segaon | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Bhikharkhedi | East | 4.65 km |
| Golwadi | South | 4.72 km |
| Ghusgaon | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Bhorwada | West | 4.86 km |
| Rui | West | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bobalwadi
Bobalwadi 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 Padse, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Bobalwadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Bobalwadi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bobalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bobalwadi 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 Bobalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bobalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bobalwadi
Where is Bobalwadi located?
Bobalwadi village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bobalwadi?
Bobalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bobalwadi?
The pincode of Bobalwadi is 451449.
What is the population of Bobalwadi?
Bobalwadi has a total population of 2,675, including 1,325 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Bobalwadi?
There are 489 households in Bobalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Bobalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bobalwadi is 36.82%. Male literacy is 40.98% and female literacy is 32.74%.