Kulawad - Hatpiplya, Dewas
Kulawad is a village situated in the Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatpiplya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Sadipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulawad is 474196. The village covers a total geographical area of 1493.96 hectares and falls under the 455221 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kulawad 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 Kulawad
According to the 2011 Census, Kulawad village had a total population of 1,093 people, including 562 males and 531 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.30%, with male literacy at 54.72% and female literacy at 37.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 409.
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 | 1,093 | 562 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 113 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 213 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 255 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 307 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Kulawad
Kulawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dehariya Sahu | South | 2.45 km |
| Semli Raisen | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Gopalpura | West | 3.72 km |
| Shukrawasa | West | 3.75 km |
| Jhikadakheda | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Sadipura | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Barkhedasoma | South | 4.93 km |
| Bagwada | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Setkhedi | North | 5.04 km |
| Rudrawasa | West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulawad
Kulawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kulawad is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Kulawad 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 Kulawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulawad 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 Kulawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulawad 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 Kulawad
Where is Kulawad located?
Kulawad village is located in Hatpiplya Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulawad is Sadipura.
What is the pincode of Kulawad?
The pincode of Kulawad is 455221.
What is the population of Kulawad?
Kulawad had a total population of 1,093, including 562 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Kulawad?
Kulawad had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulawad was 46.30%. Male literacy was 54.72% and female literacy was 37.36%.