Nalwanya - Dahi, Dhar
Nalwanya is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Nalvanya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalwanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalwanya is 475544. The village covers a total geographical area of 1172.66 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nalwanya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nalwanya
As per Census 2011, Nalwanya village has a total population of 3,054 people, consisting of 1,578 males and 1,476 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 2,201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,624 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalwanya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,054 | 1,578 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 286 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 194 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,624 | 1,365 | 1,259 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 494 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,201 | 1,084 | 1,117 |
Nearby Villages of Nalwanya
Nalwanya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panhal | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Kotba | East | 2.56 km |
| Khatami | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Arada | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Kharvat | North | 3.36 km |
| Karajvani | South | 3.87 km |
| Raodi | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Malpura | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Soliya | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Rangaon | East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nalwanya
Nalwanya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 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 Dahi to Nalwanya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Nalwanya is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalwanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalwanya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalwanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalwanya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nalwanya
Where is Nalwanya located?
Nalwanya village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalwanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalwanya is Nalvanya.
What is the pincode of Nalwanya?
The pincode of Nalwanya is 454331.
What is the population of Nalwanya?
Nalwanya has a total population of 3,054, including 1,578 males and 1,476 females.
How many households are there in Nalwanya?
There are 608 households in Nalwanya.
What is the literacy rate in Nalwanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalwanya is 27.93%. Male literacy is 31.31% and female literacy is 24.32%.