Awalda - Bagli, Dewas
Awalda is a village situated in the Bagli tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Awalda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awalda is 473947. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.88 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Awalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awalda
As per Census 2011, Awalda village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 317 males and 293 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awalda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 317 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 225 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 92 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Awalda
Awalda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awaldi | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Shivpur | East | 1.89 km |
| Makadiya | West | 2.10 km |
| Bijankhedi | South | 2.31 km |
| Guneri | West | 2.92 km |
| Pipalya Sahab | North | 3.19 km |
| Amarpura | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Semalkhedi | East | 3.72 km |
| Chhatarpura | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Khamkhedi | South-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awalda
Awalda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 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 Bagli to Awalda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Awalda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Awalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awalda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awalda
Where is Awalda located?
Awalda village is located in Bagli Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awalda?
Awalda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awalda?
The pincode of Awalda is 455118.
What is the population of Awalda?
Awalda has a total population of 610, including 317 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Awalda?
There are 129 households in Awalda.
What is the literacy rate in Awalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalda is 64.59%. Male literacy is 70.98% and female literacy is 57.68%.