Raswan - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Raswan is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Raswa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raswan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raswan is 477196. The village covers a total geographical area of 521.68 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Raswan 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 Raswan
According to the 2011 Census, Raswan village had a total population of 1,683 people, including 828 males and 855 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.60%, with male literacy at 66.29% and female literacy at 43.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,636.
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 | 1,683 | 828 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 128 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,636 | 804 | 832 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 464 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 364 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Raswan
Raswan 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 Raswan
Raswan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kasrawad to Raswan is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Raswan is about 38 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 Raswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raswan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raswan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raswan
Where is Raswan located?
Raswan village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raswan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raswan is Raswa.
What is the pincode of Raswan?
The pincode of Raswan is 451001.
What is the population of Raswan?
Raswan had a total population of 1,683, including 828 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Raswan?
Raswan had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raswan was 54.60%. Male literacy was 66.29% and female literacy was 43.29%.