Kardawad - Petlawad, Jhabua
Kardawad is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Kardawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kardawad is 504225. The village covers a total geographical area of 2348.75 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kardawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kardawad
As per Census 2011, Kardawad village has a total population of 6,511 people, consisting of 3,214 males and 3,297 females. The village has 1,395 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,736 literate and 3,775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,727 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kardawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,511 | 3,214 | 3,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,124 | 588 | 536 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,727 | 2,301 | 2,426 |
| Literate Population | 2,736 | 1,632 | 1,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,775 | 1,582 | 2,193 |
Nearby Villages of Kardawad
Kardawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panthborali | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Ramgarh | North | 3.62 km |
| Temaria | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Ajab Borali | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Anant Khedi | South | 4.35 km |
| Dula Khedi | West | 4.62 km |
| Bachhikheda | East | 4.73 km |
| Bawdi | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Bhensgubada | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Sagadia | South | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kardawad
Kardawad 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 82.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Kardawad is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Kardawad 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 Kardawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kardawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kardawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kardawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kardawad
Where is Kardawad located?
Kardawad village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kardawad?
Kardawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kardawad?
The pincode of Kardawad is 457773.
What is the population of Kardawad?
Kardawad has a total population of 6,511, including 3,214 males and 3,297 females.
How many households are there in Kardawad?
There are 1,395 households in Kardawad.
What is the literacy rate in Kardawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kardawad is 42.02%. Male literacy is 50.78% and female literacy is 33.48%.