Kuwa - Thikri, Barwani
Kuwa is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Kunwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwa is 478217. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.85 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kuwa 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 Kuwa
As per Census 2011, Kuwa village has a total population of 2,433 people, consisting of 1,215 males and 1,218 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,576 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 541 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,433 | 1,215 | 1,218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 307 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 258 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 855 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 360 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwa
Kuwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerwa | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Kakariya | South | 2.43 km |
| Dabhad | North | 2.44 km |
| Dawana | West | 2.44 km |
| Balgaon | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Kapalyakhedi | North | 3.47 km |
| Deola | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Abhali | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Ajandi | South | 4.14 km |
| Hasankhedi | South-East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuwa
Kuwa 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 71.0 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 Kuwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Kuwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kuwa
Where is Kuwa located?
Kuwa village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuwa is Kunwa.
What is the pincode of Kuwa?
The pincode of Kuwa is 451660.
What is the population of Kuwa?
Kuwa has a total population of 2,433, including 1,215 males and 1,218 females.
How many households are there in Kuwa?
There are 474 households in Kuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwa is 64.78%. Male literacy is 70.37% and female literacy is 59.20%.