Tekwa
Tekwa is a village located in Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Maheshwar (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Tekwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Tekwa has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tekwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tekwa is 476898. The village spans a total geographical area of 567.47 hectares. Maheshwar is nearest town to Tekwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Tekwa
Population of Tekwa
Below is a concise population overview of Tekwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,149 | 558 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 81 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,098 | 535 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 306 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 252 | 413 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tekwa village:
- The total population of Tekwa village is around 1,149, including approximately 558 males and 591 females, with a sex ratio of 1059 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 189 children aged 0–6 years in Tekwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tekwa village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,098 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tekwa village is about 42.12%, with male literacy at 54.84% and female literacy at 30.12%.
- There are around 244 households in Tekwa village.
Connectivity of Tekwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tekwa. As per the 2011 stats, Tekwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tekwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Tekwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tekwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tekwa
- Where is Tekwa located?
- Tekwa village is situated in Maheshwar Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tekwa?
- Tekwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tekwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tekwa is 1,149, with 558 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Tekwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tekwa village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tekwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tekwa is 42.12%. The male literacy rate is 54.84%, while the female literacy rate is 30.12%.