Garrawad - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Garrawad is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Garrawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garrawad is 469258. The village covers a total geographical area of 806.92 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Garrawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garrawad
According to the 2011 Census, Garrawad village had a total population of 1,809 people, including 913 males and 896 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.86%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 48.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 1,809 | 913 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 103 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 668 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 245 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Garrawad
Garrawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranayra | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Talabpipalya | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Napakheda | East | 2.88 km |
| Chillodpipalya | North | 3.00 km |
| Budha | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Takrawad | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Munjakhedi | North | 4.33 km |
| Badpur | West | 4.46 km |
| Piplyajodha | East | 4.93 km |
| Nagadpipalya | South-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garrawad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garrawad. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.1 km.
| 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 Narayangarh to Garrawad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Garrawad is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garrawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garrawad 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garrawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garrawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garrawad
Where is Garrawad located?
Garrawad village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garrawad?
Garrawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garrawad?
The pincode of Garrawad is 458556.
What is the population of Garrawad?
Garrawad had a total population of 1,809, including 913 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Garrawad?
Garrawad had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garrawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garrawad was 65.86%. Male literacy was 82.47% and female literacy was 48.86%.