Kawana - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kawana is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kawana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawana is 477026. The village covers a total geographical area of 529.24 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kawana
According to the 2011 Census, Kawana village had a total population of 1,731 people, including 859 males and 872 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.93%, with male literacy at 79.94% and female literacy at 58.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 511, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 364.
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 | 1,731 | 859 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 151 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 251 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 183 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 566 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 293 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Kawana
Kawana 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 Kawana
Public transport in the Kawana is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Maheshwar to Kawana is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kawana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawana 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 Kawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawana 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 Kawana
Where is Kawana located?
Kawana village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kawana?
Kawana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kawana?
The pincode of Kawana is 451220.
What is the population of Kawana?
Kawana had a total population of 1,731, including 859 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Kawana?
Kawana had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawana was 68.93%. Male literacy was 79.94% and female literacy was 58.50%.