Tawalai Khurd - Manawar, Dhar
Tawalai Khurd is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Tawalai Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tawalai Khurd is 475798. The village covers a total geographical area of 652 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tawalai Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tawalai Khurd
As per Census 2011, Tawalai Khurd village has a total population of 1,587 people, consisting of 809 males and 778 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 959 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tawalai Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,587 | 809 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 113 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 959 | 489 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 601 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 208 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Tawalai Khurd
Tawalai Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tawalai Buzurg | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Mahapura | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Kothada | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Jhirvi | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Sarasgaon | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Nawada Khedi | South | 3.46 km |
| Gogawa | East | 3.56 km |
| Salepurkhedi | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Rajpura | West | 3.90 km |
| Dewalra | East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tawalai Khurd
Tawalai Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Manawar to Tawalai Khurd is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Tawalai Khurd is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tawalai Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tawalai Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tawalai Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tawalai Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tawalai Khurd
Where is Tawalai Khurd located?
Tawalai Khurd village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tawalai Khurd?
Tawalai Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tawalai Khurd?
The pincode of Tawalai Khurd is 454446.
What is the population of Tawalai Khurd?
Tawalai Khurd has a total population of 1,587, including 809 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Tawalai Khurd?
There are 327 households in Tawalai Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Tawalai Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tawalai Khurd is 63.01%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 51.29%.