Mowala
Mowala is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Mowala village is also a gram panchayat.
Mowala has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mowala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mowala is 497969. The village spans a total geographical area of 468.17 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Mowala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mowala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mowala
Population of Mowala
Below is a concise population overview of Mowala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 | 451 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 769 | 373 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 240 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 211 | 270 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mowala village:
- The total population of Mowala village is around 918, including approximately 451 males and 467 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Mowala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mowala village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 769 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mowala village is about 47.60%, with male literacy at 53.22% and female literacy at 42.18%.
- There are around 215 households in Mowala village.
Connectivity of Mowala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mowala. As per the 2011 stats, Mowala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mowala
Knowing the nearby villages of Mowala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mowala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mowala
- Where is Mowala located?
- Mowala village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mowala?
- Mowala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mowala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mowala is 918, with 451 males and 467 females.
- How many households are there in Mowala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mowala village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mowala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mowala is 47.60%. The male literacy rate is 53.22%, while the female literacy rate is 42.18%.