Kholwa - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kholwa is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Padly Babaji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholwa is 477400. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.76 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kholwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kholwa
As per Census 2011, Kholwa village has a total population of 860 people, consisting of 451 males and 409 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 451 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 219 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 232 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Kholwa
Kholwa 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 Kholwa
Kholwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhikangaon to Kholwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kholwa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kholwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kholwa
Where is Kholwa located?
Kholwa village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholwa is Padly Babaji.
What is the pincode of Kholwa?
The pincode of Kholwa is 451331.
What is the population of Kholwa?
Kholwa has a total population of 860, including 451 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Kholwa?
There are 144 households in Kholwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kholwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholwa is 42.67%. Male literacy is 48.56% and female literacy is 36.19%.