Urway - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Urway is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Tekwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urway village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urway is 476904. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.51 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town.
Urway village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urway
According to the 2011 Census, Urway village had a total population of 828 people, including 429 males and 399 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.78%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 46.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 744.
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 | 828 | 429 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 744 | 383 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 253 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 176 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Urway
Urway is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekwa | North | 2.54 km |
| Gujarmohna | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Pipliya Khalsa | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Kakwada | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Sirsya | East | 3.64 km |
| Samaspura | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Vaslikundya | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Sharikpura | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Bhaklay | East | 5.53 km |
| Choli | South-East | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urway
Urway is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khargone to Urway 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 Urway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urway village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urway 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 Urway
Where is Urway located?
Urway village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urway?
The Gram Panchayat of Urway is Tekwa.
What is the pincode of Urway?
The pincode of Urway is 451224.
What is the population of Urway?
Urway had a total population of 828, including 429 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Urway?
Urway had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urway was 57.78%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 46.09%.