Urwaha - Narwar, Shivpuri
Urwaha is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Barkhadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urwaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urwaha is 455467. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.58 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Urwaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urwaha
As per Census 2011, Urwaha village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 216 males and 200 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urwaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 216 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 127 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 89 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Urwaha
Urwaha 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 Urwaha
Urwaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Narwar to Urwaha is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Urwaha is about 39 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 Urwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urwaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Urwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urwaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Urwaha
Where is Urwaha located?
Urwaha village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urwaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Urwaha is Barkhadi.
What is the pincode of Urwaha?
The pincode of Urwaha is 473880.
What is the population of Urwaha?
Urwaha has a total population of 416, including 216 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Urwaha?
There are 66 households in Urwaha.
What is the literacy rate in Urwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urwaha is 46.63%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 33.50%.