Aharwas - Manawar, Dhar
Aharwas is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Aherwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aharwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aharwas is 475781. The village covers a total geographical area of 1183.27 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Aharwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aharwas
According to the 2011 Census, Aharwas village had a total population of 2,000 people, including 969 males and 1,031 females, living in 358 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 76.23% and female literacy at 53.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,946.
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 | 2,000 | 969 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 115 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,946 | 938 | 1,008 |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 651 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 318 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Aharwas
Aharwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ibrahimpura | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Balipur Bujurg | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Pratappur Dabhya | North | 2.30 km |
| Randa | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Kalibawdi | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Mondla | East | 3.05 km |
| Piplya Kamin | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Dhegda | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Chhitari | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Rupatta | South | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aharwas
Aharwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Aharwas is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Aharwas is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aharwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aharwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aharwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aharwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aharwas
Where is Aharwas located?
Aharwas village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aharwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Aharwas is Aherwas.
What is the pincode of Aharwas?
The pincode of Aharwas is 454446.
What is the population of Aharwas?
Aharwas had a total population of 2,000, including 969 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Aharwas?
Aharwas had 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aharwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aharwas was 64.58%. Male literacy was 76.23% and female literacy was 53.91%.