Retwa
Retwa is a village located in Gogaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Gogaon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Retwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Retwa unique in its vibrant Gogaon-Khargone region. You’ll see Retwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Retwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Retwa is 477727. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.45 hectares. Khargone is nearest town to Retwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
As per 2019 stats, Retwa village comes under Khargone assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Retwa
Population of Retwa
According to the 2011 Census, Retwa has a total population of about 1,399, with approximately 695 males and 704 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,388. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.38%, with male literacy at about 41.29% and female literacy near 35.51%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Retwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 695 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 131 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,388 | 689 | 699 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 287 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 408 | 454 |
Connectivity of Retwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Retwa. As per the 2011 stats, Retwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Retwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Retwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Retwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Retwa
- Where is Retwa located?
- Retwa village is situated in Gogaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Retwa?
- Retwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Retwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Retwa is 1,399, with 695 males and 704 females.
- How many households are there in Retwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Retwa village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Retwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Retwa is 38.38%. The male literacy rate is 41.29%, while the female literacy rate is 35.51%.