Raswa - Thikri, Barwani
Raswa is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Semalda Deb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raswa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raswa is 478204. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.58 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Raswa 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 Raswa
According to the 2011 Census, Raswa village had a total population of 465 people, including 233 males and 232 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.80%, with male literacy at 90.50% and female literacy at 54.82%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 233 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 181 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 52 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Raswa
Raswa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehgaon | West | 1.51 km |
| Lakhangaon | East | 1.55 km |
| Semalda | South | 2.57 km |
| Gawala | North | 2.64 km |
| Gawla | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Sundarla | East | 3.44 km |
| Hataula | South | 3.58 km |
| Titgaria | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Talwada Deb | West | 3.61 km |
| Nawada Khedi | North | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raswa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raswa. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Raswa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Raswa is about 36 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 Raswa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raswa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raswa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raswa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raswa
Where is Raswa located?
Raswa village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Raswa is Semalda Deb.
What is the pincode of Raswa?
The pincode of Raswa is 451660.
What is the population of Raswa?
Raswa had a total population of 465, including 233 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Raswa?
Raswa had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raswa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raswa was 72.80%. Male literacy was 90.50% and female literacy was 54.82%.