Utawad - Manawar, Dhar
Utawad 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 98 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Utawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utawad is 475785. The village covers a total geographical area of 843 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Utawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Utawad
As per Census 2011, Utawad village has a total population of 1,963 people, consisting of 975 males and 988 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 913 literate and 1,050 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,829 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,963 | 975 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 160 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,829 | 908 | 921 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 529 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 446 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Utawad
Utawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ralamandal | West | 2.17 km |
| Belali | North | 2.29 km |
| Kachhadad | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Ramadhama | East | 3.13 km |
| Dabhad | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Kalalda | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Bechkuwa | North | 4.21 km |
| Birampura | South | 4.31 km |
| Lunhera Sadak | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Kairva | West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Utawad
Utawad 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 63.9 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 Utawad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Utawad is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Utawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utawad 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Utawad
Where is Utawad located?
Utawad village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utawad?
Utawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Utawad?
The pincode of Utawad is 454446.
What is the population of Utawad?
Utawad has a total population of 1,963, including 975 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Utawad?
There are 437 households in Utawad.
What is the literacy rate in Utawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utawad is 46.51%. Male literacy is 54.26% and female literacy is 38.87%.