Mordad - Sendhwa, Barwani
Mordad is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Mordad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mordad is 478614. The village covers a total geographical area of 1171.52 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mordad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mordad
As per Census 2011, Mordad village has a total population of 2,032 people, consisting of 1,032 males and 1,000 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 1,463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,950 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mordad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,032 | 1,032 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 252 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,950 | 986 | 964 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 338 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,463 | 694 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Mordad
Mordad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikhali | South | 2.36 km |
| Kalapat | North | 2.89 km |
| Shivanyapani | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Kolkheda | East | 3.47 km |
| Ghudchal | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Bijapur | West | 4.39 km |
| Ralawati | South | 4.68 km |
| Bawadad | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Pipliya Goi | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Pipalyadev | East | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mordad
Mordad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betavad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| 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 Sendhwa to Mordad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Mordad is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mordad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mordad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mordad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mordad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mordad
Where is Mordad located?
Mordad village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mordad?
Mordad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mordad?
The pincode of Mordad is 451666.
What is the population of Mordad?
Mordad has a total population of 2,032, including 1,032 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Mordad?
There are 321 households in Mordad.
What is the literacy rate in Mordad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mordad is 28.00%. Male literacy is 32.75% and female literacy is 23.10%.