Mowad
Mowad is a village located in Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Khairlanji (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Mowad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mowad unique in its vibrant Khairlanji-Balaghat region. You’ll see Mowad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mowad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mowad is 497501. The village spans a total geographical area of 504.47 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Mowad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mowad 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 Katangi 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 Mowad
Population of Mowad
According to the 2011 Census, Mowad has a total population of about 1,748, with approximately 868 males and 880 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.07%, with male literacy at about 68.89% and female literacy near 55.34%. There are around 396 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mowad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 868 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,085 | 598 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 270 | 393 |
Connectivity of Mowad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mowad. As per the 2011 stats, Mowad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mowad
Knowing the nearby villages of Mowad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mowad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mowad
- Where is Mowad located?
- Mowad village is situated in Khairlanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mowad?
- Mowad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mowad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mowad is 1,748, with 868 males and 880 females.
- How many households are there in Mowad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mowad village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mowad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mowad is 62.07%. The male literacy rate is 68.89%, while the female literacy rate is 55.34%.