Satwada - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Satwada is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Satwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satwada is 477435. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.82 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Satwada 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 Satwada
As per Census 2011, Satwada village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,148 males and 1,074 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,179 literate and 1,043 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 607 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,148 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 213 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 607 | 308 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 721 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 427 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Satwada
Satwada 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 Satwada
Satwada 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 | 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 Bhikangaon to Satwada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Satwada is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satwada 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 Satwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satwada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satwada
Where is Satwada located?
Satwada village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satwada?
Satwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satwada?
The pincode of Satwada is 451331.
What is the population of Satwada?
Satwada has a total population of 2,222, including 1,148 males and 1,074 females.
How many households are there in Satwada?
There are 457 households in Satwada.
What is the literacy rate in Satwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satwada is 53.06%. Male literacy is 62.80% and female literacy is 42.64%.