Bawadad - Sendhwa, Barwani
Bawadad is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Babdad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawadad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawadad is 478604. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.07 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bawadad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawadad
As per Census 2011, Bawadad village has a total population of 1,893 people, consisting of 913 males and 980 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 701 literate and 1,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,422 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawadad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,893 | 913 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 203 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,422 | 691 | 731 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 418 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 495 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of Bawadad
Bawadad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijapur | North | 2.35 km |
| Bhamanya | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Shahpura | South | 3.13 km |
| Kakariya | West | 3.50 km |
| Chikhali | East | 3.56 km |
| Gondi | South | 3.69 km |
| Pipliya Goi | North | 4.62 km |
| Nawalpura | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Mordad | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Ghudchal | North-East | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bawadad
Bawadad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nardana, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sendhwa to Bawadad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Bawadad is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawadad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawadad 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 Bawadad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawadad 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bawadad
Where is Bawadad located?
Bawadad village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawadad?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawadad is Babdad.
What is the pincode of Bawadad?
The pincode of Bawadad is 451666.
What is the population of Bawadad?
Bawadad has a total population of 1,893, including 913 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Bawadad?
There are 304 households in Bawadad.
What is the literacy rate in Bawadad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawadad is 37.03%. Male literacy is 45.78% and female literacy is 28.88%.