Jawar - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Jawar is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawar is 505718. The village covers a total geographical area of 1626.49 hectares and falls under the 450991 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandwa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jawar
As per Census 2011, Jawar village has a total population of 5,462 people, consisting of 2,834 males and 2,628 females. The village has 1,257 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,399 literate and 2,063 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,055 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,462 | 2,834 | 2,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 750 | 403 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,263 | 671 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,055 | 544 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 3,399 | 1,994 | 1,405 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,063 | 840 | 1,223 |
Nearby Villages of Jawar
Jawar 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 Jawar
Jawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jawar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khandwa to Jawar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawar 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 Jawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jawar
Where is Jawar located?
Jawar village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawar?
Jawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawar?
The pincode of Jawar is 450991.
What is the population of Jawar?
Jawar has a total population of 5,462, including 2,834 males and 2,628 females.
How many households are there in Jawar?
There are 1,257 households in Jawar.
What is the literacy rate in Jawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawar is 62.23%. Male literacy is 70.36% and female literacy is 53.46%.