Bhawras - Khategaon, Dewas
Bhawras is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Sukardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawras is 474244. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.87 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhawras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhawras
As per Census 2011, Bhawras village has a total population of 809 people, consisting of 407 males and 402 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 809 | 407 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 59 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 101 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 283 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 124 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawras
Bhawras 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 Bhawras
Bhawras 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khategaon to Bhawras is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Bhawras is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawras 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 Bhawras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawras 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhawras
Where is Bhawras located?
Bhawras village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawras?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawras is Sukardi.
What is the pincode of Bhawras?
The pincode of Bhawras is 455336.
What is the population of Bhawras?
Bhawras has a total population of 809, including 407 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Bhawras?
There are 191 households in Bhawras.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawras is 57.48%. Male literacy is 69.53% and female literacy is 45.27%.