Kalwani - Sailana, Ratlam
Kalwani is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Garad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalwani is 470514. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.32 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kalwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalwani
According to the 2011 Census, Kalwani village had a total population of 904 people, including 469 males and 435 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.89%, with male literacy at 74.48% and female literacy at 33.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 902.
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 | 904 | 469 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 902 | 467 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 286 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 183 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Kalwani
Kalwani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalwani
Public transport in the Kalwani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailana to Kalwani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Kalwani is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalwani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalwani
Where is Kalwani located?
Kalwani village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalwani is Garad.
What is the pincode of Kalwani?
The pincode of Kalwani is 457550.
What is the population of Kalwani?
Kalwani had a total population of 904, including 469 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Kalwani?
Kalwani had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalwani was 54.89%. Male literacy was 74.48% and female literacy was 33.52%.