Garwa Khedi - Petlawad, Jhabua
Garwa Khedi is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Tarkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garwa Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garwa Khedi is 504411. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.23 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Garwa Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garwa Khedi
As per Census 2011, Garwa Khedi village has a total population of 1,002 people, consisting of 506 males and 496 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 442 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garwa Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,002 | 506 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 219 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 271 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 235 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Garwa Khedi
Garwa Khedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjitpura | South | 1.62 km |
| Tanda | West | 1.82 km |
| Devigarh | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Beedpada | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Semrod | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Tar Khedi | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Rupa Kheda | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Kanakuwa | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Tambolia | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Boriya | South-East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garwa Khedi
Garwa Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Petlawad to Garwa Khedi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Garwa Khedi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garwa Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garwa Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garwa Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garwa Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garwa Khedi
Where is Garwa Khedi located?
Garwa Khedi village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garwa Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Garwa Khedi is Tarkhedi.
What is the pincode of Garwa Khedi?
The pincode of Garwa Khedi is 457775.
What is the population of Garwa Khedi?
Garwa Khedi has a total population of 1,002, including 506 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Garwa Khedi?
There are 177 households in Garwa Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Garwa Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwa Khedi is 39.42%. Male literacy is 53.56% and female literacy is 25.00%.