Segwal - Thikri, Barwani
Segwal 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 55 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Segwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Segwal is 478237. The village covers a total geographical area of 705.95 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Segwal 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 Segwal
As per Census 2011, Segwal village has a total population of 3,400 people, consisting of 1,700 males and 1,700 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,985 literate and 1,415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 439 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Segwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,400 | 1,700 | 1,700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 224 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 214 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,154 | 548 | 606 |
| Literate Population | 1,985 | 1,156 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,415 | 544 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Segwal
Segwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anantpura | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Hasankhedi | West | 2.48 km |
| Sirsala | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Piparkheda | South | 2.74 km |
| Ghatwa | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Sherpura | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Khurampura | South | 3.72 km |
| Rupkheda | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Thikri | East | 4.75 km |
| Jhiranya | South | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Segwal
Segwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 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 Anjad to Segwal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Segwal 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 Segwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Segwal 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 Segwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Segwal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Segwal
Where is Segwal located?
Segwal village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Segwal?
Segwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Segwal?
The pincode of Segwal is 451660.
What is the population of Segwal?
Segwal has a total population of 3,400, including 1,700 males and 1,700 females.
How many households are there in Segwal?
There are 635 households in Segwal.
What is the literacy rate in Segwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Segwal is 58.38%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 48.76%.