Vilva - Varla, Barwani
Vilva is a village situated in the Varla tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varla and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Kamod (ch.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vilva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilva is 478686. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.5 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Vilva 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 Vilva
As per Census 2011, Vilva village has a total population of 5,119 people, consisting of 2,538 males and 2,581 females. The village has 732 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 810 literate and 4,309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,982 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vilva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,119 | 2,538 | 2,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,323 | 665 | 658 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,982 | 2,472 | 2,510 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 454 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,309 | 2,084 | 2,225 |
Nearby Villages of Vilva
Vilva 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panali | West | 2.10 km |
| Kamod | West | 3.62 km |
| Sonkhedi | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Ambaautar | North-West | 5.94 km |
| Bhalabardi | North | 6.46 km |
| Panjarya | West | 6.55 km |
| Dhawali | West | 6.71 km |
| Dhawada | North-West | 6.72 km |
| Khokari | West | 9.63 km |
| Chirmiriya | East | 9.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vilva
Vilva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paldhi, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 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 Vilva is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Vilva is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vilva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vilva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vilva
Where is Vilva located?
Vilva village is located in Varla Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vilva?
The Gram Panchayat of Vilva is Kamod (ch.).
What is the pincode of Vilva?
The pincode of Vilva is 451666.
What is the population of Vilva?
Vilva has a total population of 5,119, including 2,538 males and 2,581 females.
How many households are there in Vilva?
There are 732 households in Vilva.
What is the literacy rate in Vilva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilva is 15.82%. Male literacy is 17.89% and female literacy is 13.79%.