Bakawan - Sanawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bakawan is a village situated in the Sanawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Barwaha and around 65 km from Khargone. Bakawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakawan is 476768. The village covers a total geographical area of 887.71 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bakawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakawan
As per Census 2011, Bakawan village has a total population of 4,510 people, consisting of 2,316 males and 2,194 females. The village has 829 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 680 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,136 literate and 2,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,026 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,510 | 2,316 | 2,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 358 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,026 | 533 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 348 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 2,136 | 1,351 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,374 | 965 | 1,409 |
Nearby Villages of Bakawan
Bakawan 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 Bakawan
Bakawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Bakawan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bakawan 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 Bakawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakawan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bakawan
Where is Bakawan located?
Bakawan village is located in Sanawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakawan is Bakawa.
What is the pincode of Bakawan?
The pincode of Bakawan is 451113.
What is the population of Bakawan?
Bakawan has a total population of 4,510, including 2,316 males and 2,194 females.
How many households are there in Bakawan?
There are 829 households in Bakawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bakawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakawan is 47.36%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 35.78%.