Awalheda - Chachaura, Guna
Awalheda is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Piplhedadang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awalheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awalheda is 499830. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Awalheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awalheda
As per Census 2011, Awalheda village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 146 males and 159 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awalheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 146 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 32 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 77 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Awalheda
Awalheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalheda Dang | East | 2.71 km |
| Kankarya | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Kusumpura | South | 3.13 km |
| Nenwas | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Batawada | West | 4.89 km |
| Mogra | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Kamalpur Dang | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Pipalya Khushal | South | 5.36 km |
| Barkhua | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Sagodya | South | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awalheda
Awalheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Awalheda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Awalheda is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awalheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Awalheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awalheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awalheda
Where is Awalheda located?
Awalheda village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awalheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Awalheda is Piplhedadang.
What is the pincode of Awalheda?
The pincode of Awalheda is 473115.
What is the population of Awalheda?
Awalheda has a total population of 305, including 146 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Awalheda?
There are 55 households in Awalheda.
What is the literacy rate in Awalheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalheda is 38.36%. Male literacy is 47.26% and female literacy is 30.19%.