Indrawal - Badnawar, Dhar
Indrawal is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Indrawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indrawal is 474472. The village covers a total geographical area of 1118.44 hectares and falls under the 454665 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Indrawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Indrawal
As per Census 2011, Indrawal village has a total population of 2,135 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,052 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 812 literate and 1,323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,747 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Indrawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,135 | 1,083 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 209 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,747 | 878 | 869 |
| Literate Population | 812 | 457 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,323 | 626 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of Indrawal
Indrawal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bor Jhadi | North | 2.55 km |
| Kisanpura | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Karod Kalan | East | 4.28 km |
| Gandwada | North | 4.33 km |
| Phuledi | South | 4.66 km |
| Bani | West | 4.89 km |
| Chandodiya | West | 5.00 km |
| Chunyagadi | North-West | 5.80 km |
| Badwai | North-East | 6.39 km |
| Sergarh | North | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Indrawal
Indrawal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badnawar to Indrawal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Indrawal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Indrawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indrawal 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 Indrawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indrawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Indrawal
Where is Indrawal located?
Indrawal village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Indrawal?
Indrawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Indrawal?
The pincode of Indrawal is 454665.
What is the population of Indrawal?
Indrawal has a total population of 2,135, including 1,083 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Indrawal?
There are 447 households in Indrawal.
What is the literacy rate in Indrawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indrawal is 38.03%. Male literacy is 42.20% and female literacy is 33.75%.