Retwa - Gogaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Retwa is a village situated in the Gogaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Retwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Retwa is 477727. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.45 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Retwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Retwa
As per Census 2011, Retwa village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 695 males and 704 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,388 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Retwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 695 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 131 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,388 | 689 | 699 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 287 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 408 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Retwa
Retwa 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 Retwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Retwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khargone to Retwa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Retwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Retwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Retwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Retwa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Retwa
Where is Retwa located?
Retwa village is located in Gogaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Retwa?
Retwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Retwa?
The pincode of Retwa is 451001.
What is the population of Retwa?
Retwa has a total population of 1,399, including 695 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Retwa?
There are 261 households in Retwa.
What is the literacy rate in Retwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Retwa is 38.38%. Male literacy is 41.29% and female literacy is 35.51%.