Itawa - Tarana, Ujjain
Itawa is a village situated in the Tarana tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarana and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Itawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itawa is 471733. The village covers a total geographical area of 721.99 hectares and falls under the 456668 pincode. Tarana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Itawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Itawa
As per Census 2011, Itawa village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,145 males and 1,068 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 955 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Itawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,145 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 955 | 491 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 858 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 287 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Itawa
Itawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangalyakhedi | South | 1.61 km |
| Khankrisultan | West | 2.66 km |
| Bisankheda | West | 2.78 km |
| Devli | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Naharkhedi | East | 2.92 km |
| Lodh | North | 2.94 km |
| Chhadawad | South | 3.47 km |
| Bisankhedi | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kesarpurnipanya | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Tobrikheda | South-East | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Itawa
Itawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarana Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarana to Itawa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Itawa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Itawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itawa
Where is Itawa located?
Itawa village is located in Tarana Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itawa?
Itawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Itawa?
The pincode of Itawa is 456668.
What is the population of Itawa?
Itawa has a total population of 2,213, including 1,145 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Itawa?
There are 453 households in Itawa.
What is the literacy rate in Itawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itawa is 65.43%. Male literacy is 74.93% and female literacy is 55.24%.