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
As per Census 2011, Garrawad village has a total population of 1,809 people, consisting of 913 males and 896 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,055 literate and 754 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garrawad are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,809, including 913 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Garrawad?
There are 459 households in Garrawad.
What is the literacy rate in Garrawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garrawad is 58.32%. Male literacy is 73.17% and female literacy is 43.19%.