Bawadi - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Bawadi is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Torania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawadi is 504448. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.89 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bawadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bawadi village had a total population of 1,391 people, including 739 males and 652 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.47%, with male literacy at 31.85% and female literacy at 16.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,387.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,391 | 739 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 199 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,387 | 737 | 650 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 172 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,136 | 567 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Bawadi
Bawadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bawadi
Bawadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghnagar to Bawadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Bawadi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawadi 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 Bawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bawadi
Where is Bawadi located?
Bawadi village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawadi is Torania.
What is the pincode of Bawadi?
The pincode of Bawadi is 457779.
What is the population of Bawadi?
Bawadi had a total population of 1,391, including 739 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Bawadi?
Bawadi had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawadi was 24.47%. Male literacy was 31.85% and female literacy was 16.53%.