Madwasa - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Madwasa is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Madwasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madwasa is 456047. The village covers a total geographical area of 1732.14 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Madwasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madwasa
As per Census 2011, Madwasa village has a total population of 2,073 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 983 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madwasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,073 | 1,090 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 158 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 140 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 694 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 396 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Madwasa
Madwasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imloda | East | 2.83 km |
| Chandan Khiriya | North | 3.38 km |
| Toriya | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Meghona Bada | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Manak Chowk | South | 3.95 km |
| Bhelwasa | East | 4.97 km |
| Sumer | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Barodiya | North | 5.29 km |
| Tarawali | North-East | 5.75 km |
| Depal Khedi | West | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madwasa
Madwasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rayser, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarwas to Madwasa is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Madwasa is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madwasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madwasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madwasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madwasa 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 Madwasa
Where is Madwasa located?
Madwasa village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madwasa?
Madwasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madwasa?
The pincode of Madwasa is 473885.
What is the population of Madwasa?
Madwasa has a total population of 2,073, including 1,090 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Madwasa?
There are 483 households in Madwasa.
What is the literacy rate in Madwasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madwasa is 53.26%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 41.71%.