Bedawa - Thandla, Jhabua
Bedawa is a village situated in the Thandla tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thandla and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Bedawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedawa is 504164. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.52 hectares and falls under the 457777 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bedawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bedawa
According to the 2011 Census, Bedawa village had a total population of 3,880 people, including 1,901 males and 1,979 females, living in 735 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.85%, with male literacy at 45.67% and female literacy at 34.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,800.
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 | 3,880 | 1,901 | 1,979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 954 | 491 | 463 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,800 | 1,864 | 1,936 |
| Literate Population | 1,166 | 644 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,714 | 1,257 | 1,457 |
Nearby Villages of Bedawa
Bedawa 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 Bedawa
Bedawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thandla to Bedawa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Bedawa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bedawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedawa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bedawa
Where is Bedawa located?
Bedawa village is located in Thandla Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedawa?
Bedawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bedawa?
The pincode of Bedawa is 457777.
What is the population of Bedawa?
Bedawa had a total population of 3,880, including 1,901 males and 1,979 females.
How many households are there in Bedawa?
Bedawa had 735 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedawa was 39.85%. Male literacy was 45.67% and female literacy was 34.43%.