Bawalya - Hatpiplya, Dewas
Bawalya is a village situated in the Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatpiplya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Bawalya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawalya is 474190. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.52 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bawalya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatpipliya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawalya
As per Census 2011, Bawalya village has a total population of 716 people, consisting of 372 males and 344 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 432 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawalya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 372 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 258 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 114 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Bawalya
Bawalya 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 Bawalya
Bawalya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Hatpiplya to Bawalya is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Bawalya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawalya 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 Bawalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawalya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bawalya
Where is Bawalya located?
Bawalya village is located in Hatpiplya Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawalya?
Bawalya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bawalya?
The pincode of Bawalya is 455223.
What is the population of Bawalya?
Bawalya has a total population of 716, including 372 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Bawalya?
There are 167 households in Bawalya.
What is the literacy rate in Bawalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawalya is 60.34%. Male literacy is 69.35% and female literacy is 50.58%.