Tharwar - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Tharwar 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 92 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Tharwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tharwar is 476604. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.91 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tharwar 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 Tharwar
According to the 2011 Census, Tharwar village had a total population of 2,202 people, including 1,133 males and 1,069 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.84%, with male literacy at 81.01% and female literacy at 58.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 407, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 979.
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 | 2,202 | 1,133 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 159 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 218 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 979 | 505 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 789 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 344 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Tharwar
Tharwar 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 Tharwar
Tharwar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Tharwar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Tharwar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tharwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tharwar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tharwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tharwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tharwar
Where is Tharwar located?
Tharwar village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tharwar?
Tharwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tharwar?
The pincode of Tharwar is 451115.
What is the population of Tharwar?
Tharwar had a total population of 2,202, including 1,133 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Tharwar?
Tharwar had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tharwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tharwar was 69.84%. Male literacy was 81.01% and female literacy was 58.13%.