Utawali - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Utawali is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Pali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utawali is 458305. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.27 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Utawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Utawali
According to the 2011 Census, Utawali village had a total population of 234 people, including 121 males and 113 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.32%, with male literacy at 71.84% and female literacy at 56.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 234 | 121 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 47 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Utawali
Utawali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Utawali
Utawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bijawar to Utawali is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Utawali 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 Utawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utawali 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Utawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Utawali
Where is Utawali located?
Utawali village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Utawali is Pali.
What is the pincode of Utawali?
The pincode of Utawali is 471405.
What is the population of Utawali?
Utawali had a total population of 234, including 121 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Utawali?
Utawali had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utawali was 64.32%. Male literacy was 71.84% and female literacy was 56.25%.