Methwan - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Methwan is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Temla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Methwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Methwan is 476568. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.74 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Methwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Methwan
As per Census 2011, Methwan village has a total population of 763 people, consisting of 387 males and 376 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Methwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 387 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 268 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 119 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Methwan
Methwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piplud | East | 1.84 km |
| Bhikhar Khedi | West | 2.82 km |
| Bagod | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Dhanpada | East | 3.30 km |
| Nimtoka | West | 3.41 km |
| Jujakhedi | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Barfadkhurd | South | 4.15 km |
| Berphad Bujurg | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Jhirnaya | South | 4.53 km |
| Ramthan | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Methwan
Methwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barwaha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barwaha to Methwan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Methwan is about 77 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 Methwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Methwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Methwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Methwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Methwan
Where is Methwan located?
Methwan village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Methwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Methwan is Temla.
What is the pincode of Methwan?
The pincode of Methwan is 451220.
What is the population of Methwan?
Methwan has a total population of 763, including 387 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Methwan?
There are 160 households in Methwan.
What is the literacy rate in Methwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Methwan is 53.47%. Male literacy is 69.25% and female literacy is 37.23%.