Bawadikheda - Bagli, Dewas
Bawadikheda is a village situated in the Bagli tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagli and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Dhawadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawadikheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawadikheda is 473983. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.64 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bawadikheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khategaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawadikheda
According to the 2011 Census, Bawadikheda village had a total population of 265 people, including 138 males and 127 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.87%, with male literacy at 59.46% and female literacy at 43.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 265 | 138 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 137 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 66 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 72 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Bawadikheda
Bawadikheda 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 Bawadikheda
Bawadikheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagli to Bawadikheda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Bawadikheda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawadikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawadikheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bawadikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawadikheda 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 Bawadikheda
Where is Bawadikheda located?
Bawadikheda village is located in Bagli Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawadikheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawadikheda is Dhawadiya.
What is the pincode of Bawadikheda?
The pincode of Bawadikheda is 455227.
What is the population of Bawadikheda?
Bawadikheda had a total population of 265, including 138 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bawadikheda?
Bawadikheda had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bawadikheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawadikheda was 51.87%. Male literacy was 59.46% and female literacy was 43.69%.