Nawalpura - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Nawalpura is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sirali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawalpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawalpura is 477496. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.14 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Nawalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawalpura
As per Census 2011, Nawalpura village has a total population of 511 people, consisting of 267 males and 244 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawalpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 267 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 129 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 174 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 93 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Nawalpura
Nawalpura 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 Nawalpura
Nawalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nawalpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Nawalpura is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Nawalpura is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawalpura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawalpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nawalpura
Where is Nawalpura located?
Nawalpura village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawalpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawalpura is Sirali.
What is the pincode of Nawalpura?
The pincode of Nawalpura is 451331.
What is the population of Nawalpura?
Nawalpura has a total population of 511, including 267 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Nawalpura?
There are 89 households in Nawalpura.
What is the literacy rate in Nawalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawalpura is 56.16%. Male literacy is 65.17% and female literacy is 46.31%.