Malwan - Varla, Barwani
Malwan is a village situated in the Varla tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varla and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Malwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malwan is 478654. The village covers a total geographical area of 1517.51 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Malwan 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 Malwan
As per Census 2011, Malwan village has a total population of 4,762 people, consisting of 2,421 males and 2,341 females. The village has 745 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,059 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,235 literate and 3,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,762 | 2,421 | 2,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,059 | 526 | 533 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 113 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,336 | 2,210 | 2,126 |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 770 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,527 | 1,651 | 1,876 |
Nearby Villages of Malwan
Malwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Solwan | East | 3.38 km |
| Bhawargarh | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Palasner | West | 4.65 km |
| Kundya | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Hedryapada | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Khairkhuti | South | 5.81 km |
| Bakhatariya | North | 6.05 km |
| Kolki | East | 6.82 km |
| Hingwa | South-East | 7.47 km |
| Achhali | North | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malwan
Malwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betavad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sendhwa to Malwan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Malwan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malwan 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 Malwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malwan
Where is Malwan located?
Malwan village is located in Varla Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malwan?
Malwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malwan?
The pincode of Malwan is 451556.
What is the population of Malwan?
Malwan has a total population of 4,762, including 2,421 males and 2,341 females.
How many households are there in Malwan?
There are 745 households in Malwan.
What is the literacy rate in Malwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malwan is 25.93%. Male literacy is 31.81% and female literacy is 19.86%.