Ghatwa - Thikri, Barwani
Ghatwa is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Ghatwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatwa is 478243. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.84 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ghatwa 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 Ghatwa
As per Census 2011, Ghatwa village has a total population of 2,485 people, consisting of 1,353 males and 1,132 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,474 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 979 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 510 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,485 | 1,353 | 1,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 163 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 979 | 488 | 491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 261 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 1,474 | 921 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 432 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatwa
Ghatwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lehadgaon | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Hasankhedi | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Sherpura | East | 2.84 km |
| Kerwa | West | 3.08 km |
| Abhali | North | 3.12 km |
| Segwal | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Anantpura | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Jarwai | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Kakariya | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Kuwa | West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatwa
Ghatwa 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 69.4 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 Ghatwa is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Ghatwa is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatwa 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 Ghatwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghatwa
Where is Ghatwa located?
Ghatwa village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatwa?
Ghatwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghatwa?
The pincode of Ghatwa is 451660.
What is the population of Ghatwa?
Ghatwa has a total population of 2,485, including 1,353 males and 1,132 females.
How many households are there in Ghatwa?
There are 589 households in Ghatwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatwa is 59.32%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 48.85%.