Tidwas - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Tidwas is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Tidwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tidwas is 469306. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.19 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tidwas 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 Tidwas
As per Census 2011, Tidwas village has a total population of 1,863 people, consisting of 940 males and 923 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tidwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,863 | 940 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 115 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 667 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 273 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Tidwas
Tidwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalkhedi | North | 1.30 km |
| Sesadi | North | 1.97 km |
| Sudwas | West | 2.13 km |
| Akyamedi | East | 2.31 km |
| Fosari | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Borkhedi(kachnarawali) | West | 3.57 km |
| Pipalya Raisingh | South | 3.94 km |
| Hathiboliya | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Garnai | West | 4.27 km |
| Dewakheda | South-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tidwas
Tidwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.9 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 Tidwas is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Tidwas is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tidwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tidwas 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tidwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tidwas 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tidwas
Where is Tidwas located?
Tidwas village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tidwas?
Tidwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tidwas?
The pincode of Tidwas is 458556.
What is the population of Tidwas?
Tidwas has a total population of 1,863, including 940 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Tidwas?
There are 457 households in Tidwas.
What is the literacy rate in Tidwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tidwas is 57.27%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 43.34%.