Bawadia - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bawadia is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Narlay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawadia is 505968. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 450112 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bawadia 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 Bawadia
As per Census 2011, Bawadia village has a total population of 1,279 people, consisting of 636 males and 643 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 826 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,279 | 636 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 826 | 402 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 366 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 270 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Bawadia
Bawadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakhargaon | North | 1.59 km |
| Narlay | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Deeyanatpura | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Boradi Mal | South | 2.94 km |
| Boradi Ryt | South | 3.77 km |
| Gauil (sailani) | North | 3.82 km |
| Netangaon | West | 3.99 km |
| Dhulwara | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Temacha | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Lalya Khedi | South-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bawadia
Bawadia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kotlakheri, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| 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 Sanawad to Bawadia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Bawadia is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawadia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bawadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bawadia
Where is Bawadia located?
Bawadia village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawadia is Narlay.
What is the pincode of Bawadia?
The pincode of Bawadia is 450112.
What is the population of Bawadia?
Bawadia has a total population of 1,279, including 636 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Bawadia?
There are 286 households in Bawadia.
What is the literacy rate in Bawadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawadia is 46.44%. Male literacy is 57.55% and female literacy is 35.46%.