Kawadiya - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kawadiya is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sitoka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kawadiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawadiya is 477078. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.74 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kawadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kawadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kawadiya village had a total population of 817 people, including 410 males and 407 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.26%, with male literacy at 74.86% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 817 | 410 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 268 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 142 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Kawadiya
Kawadiya 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 Kawadiya
Kawadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kawadiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Kawadiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kawadiya is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawadiya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kawadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawadiya 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 Kawadiya
Where is Kawadiya located?
Kawadiya village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kawadiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kawadiya is Sitoka.
What is the pincode of Kawadiya?
The pincode of Kawadiya is 451221.
What is the population of Kawadiya?
Kawadiya had a total population of 817, including 410 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Kawadiya?
Kawadiya had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawadiya was 61.26%. Male literacy was 74.86% and female literacy was 47.62%.