Kodwar Bujurg - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kodwar Bujurg is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kodbar Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodwar Bujurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodwar Bujurg is 476626. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.94 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kodwar Bujurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodwar Bujurg
According to the 2011 Census, Kodwar Bujurg village had a total population of 539 people, including 285 males and 254 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.64%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 51.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 496.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 285 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 258 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 222 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 63 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Kodwar Bujurg
Kodwar Bujurg 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 Kodwar Bujurg
Kodwar Bujurg 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Kodwar Bujurg is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kodwar Bujurg is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodwar Bujurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodwar Bujurg 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 Kodwar Bujurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodwar Bujurg 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 Kodwar Bujurg
Where is Kodwar Bujurg located?
Kodwar Bujurg village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kodwar Bujurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodwar Bujurg is Kodbar Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Kodwar Bujurg?
The pincode of Kodwar Bujurg is 451115.
What is the population of Kodwar Bujurg?
Kodwar Bujurg had a total population of 539, including 285 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Kodwar Bujurg?
Kodwar Bujurg had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodwar Bujurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodwar Bujurg was 71.64%. Male literacy was 89.16% and female literacy was 51.82%.