Majhgawan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Majhgawan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Deora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhgawan is 502141. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.72 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Majhgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhgawan
As per Census 2011, Majhgawan village has a total population of 527 people, consisting of 255 males and 272 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majhgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 255 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 34 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 129 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 187 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 68 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Majhgawan
Majhgawan 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 Majhgawan
Majhgawan 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 >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 Amarkantak to Majhgawan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Majhgawan is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhgawan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Majhgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhgawan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majhgawan
Where is Majhgawan located?
Majhgawan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhgawan is Deora.
What is the pincode of Majhgawan?
The pincode of Majhgawan is 484881.
What is the population of Majhgawan?
Majhgawan has a total population of 527, including 255 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Majhgawan?
There are 142 households in Majhgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Majhgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhgawan is 56.93%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 41.54%.