Badwi - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Badwi is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Matmur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badwi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwi is 476918. The village covers a total geographical area of 582.5 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Badwi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badwi
As per Census 2011, Badwi village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 694 males and 617 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 873 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badwi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 694 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 128 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 873 | 462 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 413 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 281 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Badwi
Badwi 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 Badwi
Badwi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Maheshwar to Badwi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Badwi is about 65 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 Badwi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badwi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Badwi
Where is Badwi located?
Badwi village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badwi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badwi is Matmur.
What is the pincode of Badwi?
The pincode of Badwi is 450554.
What is the population of Badwi?
Badwi has a total population of 1,311, including 694 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Badwi?
There are 307 households in Badwi.
What is the literacy rate in Badwi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwi is 49.89%. Male literacy is 59.51% and female literacy is 39.06%.