Kuwad - Manawar, Dhar
Kuwad is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Kuwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwad is 475723. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197.2 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kuwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuwad
As per Census 2011, Kuwad village has a total population of 3,030 people, consisting of 1,524 males and 1,506 females. The village has 702 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 496 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,342 literate and 1,688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,720 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,030 | 1,524 | 1,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 240 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,720 | 1,356 | 1,364 |
| Literate Population | 1,342 | 815 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,688 | 709 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwad
Kuwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhikanyakhedi | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Kairva | East | 2.77 km |
| Sulibardi | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Khargone | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Bhanpura | North | 3.50 km |
| Nigarni | West | 4.17 km |
| Petlawad | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Sondul | West | 4.33 km |
| Baykheda | South | 4.42 km |
| Dhankhedi | South | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuwad
Kuwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Kuwad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Kuwad is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwad 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 Kuwad
Where is Kuwad located?
Kuwad village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuwad?
Kuwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuwad?
The pincode of Kuwad is 454446.
What is the population of Kuwad?
Kuwad has a total population of 3,030, including 1,524 males and 1,506 females.
How many households are there in Kuwad?
There are 702 households in Kuwad.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwad is 44.29%. Male literacy is 53.48% and female literacy is 34.99%.