Fawaka - Moman Badodiya, Shajapur
Fawaka is a village situated in the Moman Badodiya tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moman Badodiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Fhavka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fawaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fawaka is 472888. The village covers a total geographical area of 587.59 hectares and falls under the 465226 pincode. Agar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Fawaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fawaka
As per Census 2011, Fawaka village has a total population of 1,177 people, consisting of 626 males and 551 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fawaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,177 | 626 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 209 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 427 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 199 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Fawaka
Fawaka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chouma | South | 2.09 km |
| Parsula | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Meghakhedi | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Bijanakhedi | East | 3.29 km |
| Dehripal | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Burlay | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Siya | North | 4.29 km |
| Jawadi | South | 4.42 km |
| Kabuli | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Biragaon | South | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fawaka
Fawaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sunera Pirkheri, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Agar to Fawaka is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Fawaka is about 38 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 Fawaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fawaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fawaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fawaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Fawaka
Where is Fawaka located?
Fawaka village is located in Moman Badodiya Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fawaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Fawaka is Fhavka.
What is the pincode of Fawaka?
The pincode of Fawaka is 465226.
What is the population of Fawaka?
Fawaka has a total population of 1,177, including 626 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Fawaka?
There are 269 households in Fawaka.
What is the literacy rate in Fawaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fawaka is 55.99%. Male literacy is 68.21% and female literacy is 42.11%.