Bawadikheda - Udaynagar, Dewas
Bawadikheda is a village situated in the Udaynagar tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Bagli and around 130 km from Dewas. Bawadikheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawadikheda is 474086. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.28 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Bawadikheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawadikheda
As per Census 2011, Bawadikheda village has a total population of 1,083 people, consisting of 560 males and 523 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,044 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawadikheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,083 | 560 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 119 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,044 | 538 | 506 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 236 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 324 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Bawadikheda
Bawadikheda 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 Bawadikheda
Bawadikheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bagli to Bawadikheda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Bawadikheda is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawadikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawadikheda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bawadikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawadikheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bawadikheda
Where is Bawadikheda located?
Bawadikheda village is located in Udaynagar Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawadikheda?
Bawadikheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bawadikheda?
The pincode of Bawadikheda is 455227.
What is the population of Bawadikheda?
Bawadikheda has a total population of 1,083, including 560 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Bawadikheda?
There are 199 households in Bawadikheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bawadikheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawadikheda is 35.92%. Male literacy is 42.14% and female literacy is 29.25%.