Itwa - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Itwa is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Ranhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itwa is 505562. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.44 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town.
Itwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itwa
According to the 2011 Census, Itwa village had a total population of 621 people, including 298 males and 323 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.62%, with male literacy at 70.25% and female literacy at 41.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 593.
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 | 621 | 298 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 285 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 170 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 128 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Itwa
Itwa 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 Itwa
Itwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khandwa to Itwa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Itwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Itwa
Where is Itwa located?
Itwa village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Itwa is Ranhai.
What is the pincode of Itwa?
The pincode of Itwa is 450001.
What is the population of Itwa?
Itwa had a total population of 621, including 298 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Itwa?
Itwa had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itwa was 55.62%. Male literacy was 70.25% and female literacy was 41.80%.