Badhawa - Satwas, Dewas
Badhawa is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Badhawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhawa is 473797. The village covers a total geographical area of 2544.83 hectares and falls under the 455440 pincode. Kantaphod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dewas Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Badhawa village had a total population of 2,628 people, including 1,340 males and 1,288 females, living in 506 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.18%, with male literacy at 67.37% and female literacy at 42.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,996.
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 | 2,628 | 1,340 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 243 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,996 | 1,026 | 970 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 739 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,435 | 601 | 834 |
Nearby Villages of Badhawa
Badhawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nayapura | South | 2.87 km |
| Bekalya | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Borani | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Pangara | East | 5.03 km |
| Hirapur | West | 5.15 km |
| Bhawana | East | 5.20 km |
| Lehki | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Burutkheda | North-East | 5.94 km |
| Jansur | South-West | 6.21 km |
| Bijwad | North | 6.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhawa
Badhawa 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 65.4 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 Kantaphod to Badhawa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Badhawa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhawa 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 Badhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badhawa
Where is Badhawa located?
Badhawa village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhawa?
Badhawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhawa?
The pincode of Badhawa is 455440.
What is the population of Badhawa?
Badhawa had a total population of 2,628, including 1,340 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Badhawa?
Badhawa had 506 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhawa was 55.18%. Male literacy was 67.37% and female literacy was 42.63%.