Malwada - Kukshi, Dhar
Malwada is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Seesgon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malwada is 475528. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.63 hectares and falls under the 454335 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Malwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malwada
As per Census 2011, Malwada village has a total population of 959 people, consisting of 502 males and 457 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 349 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 502 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 223 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 279 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Malwada
Malwada 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 Malwada
Malwada 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Malwada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Malwada is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malwada
Where is Malwada located?
Malwada village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Malwada is Seesgon.
What is the pincode of Malwada?
The pincode of Malwada is 454335.
What is the population of Malwada?
Malwada has a total population of 959, including 502 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Malwada?
There are 215 households in Malwada.
What is the literacy rate in Malwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malwada is 36.39%. Male literacy is 44.42% and female literacy is 27.57%.