Petlawad - Manawar, Dhar
Petlawad 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 82 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Petlawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petlawad is 475730. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.95 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Petlawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petlawad
As per Census 2011, Petlawad village has a total population of 2,334 people, consisting of 1,156 males and 1,178 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,213 literate and 1,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petlawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,334 | 1,156 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 158 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,281 | 1,129 | 1,152 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 689 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,121 | 467 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Petlawad
Petlawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambada | North | 2.12 km |
| Bhanpura | East | 2.29 km |
| Golpura | West | 2.31 km |
| Dasai | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Sondul | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Jalkhan | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Koriya | East | 4.03 km |
| Kuwad | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Nigarni | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Khairwajagir | North-East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petlawad
Petlawad 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 67.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Petlawad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Petlawad is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petlawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petlawad 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 Petlawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petlawad 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 Petlawad
Where is Petlawad located?
Petlawad village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petlawad?
Petlawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Petlawad?
The pincode of Petlawad is 454446.
What is the population of Petlawad?
Petlawad has a total population of 2,334, including 1,156 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Petlawad?
There are 421 households in Petlawad.
What is the literacy rate in Petlawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petlawad is 51.97%. Male literacy is 59.60% and female literacy is 44.48%.