Rawlas - Khategaon, Dewas
Rawlas is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Mailpiplya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rawlas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawlas is 474300. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.01 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Harda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rawlas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rawlas
According to the 2011 Census, Rawlas village had a total population of 486 people, including 248 males and 238 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.09%, with male literacy at 74.75% and female literacy at 55.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 486 | 248 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 151 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 97 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Rawlas
Rawlas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melpipalya | West | 1.26 km |
| Joga Vangram | South | 1.90 km |
| Mirzapur | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Fatehgarh | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Tipras | West | 3.08 km |
| Saliya Khedi | East | 3.27 km |
| Dudwas | North | 3.39 km |
| Tamkhan | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Khapras | West | 3.71 km |
| Rampura | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rawlas
Rawlas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhiringi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harda to Rawlas is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Rawlas is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rawlas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawlas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rawlas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawlas 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 Rawlas
Where is Rawlas located?
Rawlas village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawlas?
The Gram Panchayat of Rawlas is Mailpiplya.
What is the pincode of Rawlas?
The pincode of Rawlas is 455336.
What is the population of Rawlas?
Rawlas had a total population of 486, including 248 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Rawlas?
Rawlas had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rawlas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawlas was 65.09%. Male literacy was 74.75% and female literacy was 55.28%.