Undwa - Petlawad, Jhabua
Undwa is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Bakalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Undwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Undwa is 504392. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.23 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Undwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Undwa
According to the 2011 Census, Undwa village had a total population of 141 people, including 69 males and 72 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.05%, with male literacy at 18.00% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Undwa
Undwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kayarel | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Punyarel | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Bakalda | West | 3.49 km |
| Nandna | East | 3.57 km |
| Salwa | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Juwanpura | South | 4.23 km |
| Deoli | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Amlirela | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Imlipada | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Deogarh | North-East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Undwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Undwa. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Undwa is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Undwa is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Undwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Undwa 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 Undwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Undwa 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 Undwa
Where is Undwa located?
Undwa village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Undwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Undwa is Bakalda.
What is the pincode of Undwa?
The pincode of Undwa is 457770.
What is the population of Undwa?
Undwa had a total population of 141, including 69 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Undwa?
Undwa had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Undwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Undwa was 19.05%. Male literacy was 18.00% and female literacy was 20.00%.