Khawasa - Thandla, Jhabua
Khawasa is a village situated in the Thandla tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thandla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Khawasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawasa is 504194. The village covers a total geographical area of 1468.49 hectares and falls under the 457772 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khawasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khawasa
As per Census 2011, Khawasa village has a total population of 4,145 people, consisting of 2,100 males and 2,045 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,676 literate and 1,469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,023 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khawasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,145 | 2,100 | 2,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 266 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 203 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,023 | 497 | 526 |
| Literate Population | 2,676 | 1,553 | 1,123 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,469 | 547 | 922 |
Nearby Villages of Khawasa
Khawasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kheriya Pada | West | 2.67 km |
| Makodiya | North | 3.03 km |
| Juna Khawasa | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Narsigh Pada | North | 3.60 km |
| Kasadiya | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Sagwa | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Devgarh | West | 4.05 km |
| Patdi | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Narela | East | 4.63 km |
| Tejpura | North-West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khawasa
Khawasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamnia, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 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 Thandla to Khawasa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Khawasa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khawasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khawasa
Where is Khawasa located?
Khawasa village is located in Thandla Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawasa?
Khawasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khawasa?
The pincode of Khawasa is 457772.
What is the population of Khawasa?
Khawasa has a total population of 4,145, including 2,100 males and 2,045 females.
How many households are there in Khawasa?
There are 866 households in Khawasa.
What is the literacy rate in Khawasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawasa is 64.56%. Male literacy is 73.95% and female literacy is 54.91%.