Bharwala - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bharwala is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Bhawarla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharwala is 506071. The village covers a total geographical area of 751 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town.
Bharwala 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 Bharwala
As per Census 2011, Bharwala village has a total population of 1,439 people, consisting of 725 males and 714 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 715 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 725 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 130 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 368 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 460 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 265 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Bharwala
Bharwala 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 Bharwala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bharwala.
| 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 Bharwala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharwala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharwala
Where is Bharwala located?
Bharwala village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharwala is Bhawarla.
What is the pincode of Bharwala?
The pincode of Bharwala is 450001.
What is the population of Bharwala?
Bharwala has a total population of 1,439, including 725 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Bharwala?
There are 334 households in Bharwala.
What is the literacy rate in Bharwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharwala is 50.66%. Male literacy is 63.45% and female literacy is 37.68%.