Andharwadi - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Andharwadi is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Pamakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andharwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andharwadi is 506067. The village falls under the 450114 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Andharwadi 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 Andharwadi
As per Census 2011, Andharwadi village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 155 males and 149 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andharwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 72 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 83 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Andharwadi
Andharwadi 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 Andharwadi
Andharwadi 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Andharwadi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andharwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andharwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Andharwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andharwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Andharwadi
Where is Andharwadi located?
Andharwadi village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andharwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Andharwadi is Pamakhedi.
What is the pincode of Andharwadi?
The pincode of Andharwadi is 450114.
What is the population of Andharwadi?
Andharwadi has a total population of 304, including 155 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Andharwadi?
There are 62 households in Andharwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Andharwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andharwadi is 40.79%. Male literacy is 46.45% and female literacy is 34.90%.