Utawad - Mundi, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Utawad is a village situated in the Mundi tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Punasa and around 47 km from Khandwa. Utavad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utawad is 506050. The village covers a total geographical area of 723.13 hectares and falls under the 450112 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Utawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utawad
As per Census 2011, Utawad village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 730 males and 673 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 721 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 847 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 730 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 131 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 847 | 440 | 407 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 457 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 273 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Utawad
Utawad 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 Utawad
Utawad 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 5-10 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 Mundi to Utawad is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Utawad is about 47 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 Utawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Utawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utawad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Utawad
Where is Utawad located?
Utawad village is located in Mundi Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Utawad is Utavad.
What is the pincode of Utawad?
The pincode of Utawad is 450112.
What is the population of Utawad?
Utawad has a total population of 1,403, including 730 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Utawad?
There are 308 households in Utawad.
What is the literacy rate in Utawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utawad is 51.39%. Male literacy is 62.60% and female literacy is 39.23%.