Muhala - Sendhwa, Barwani
Muhala is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Muhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muhala is 478625. The village covers a total geographical area of 1152.9 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Muhala 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 Muhala
As per Census 2011, Muhala village has a total population of 3,803 people, consisting of 1,864 males and 1,939 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 969 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 3,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,699 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,803 | 1,864 | 1,939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 969 | 480 | 489 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,699 | 1,813 | 1,886 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 283 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,267 | 1,581 | 1,686 |
Nearby Villages of Muhala
Muhala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ralawati | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Wakya | East | 3.45 km |
| Shahpura | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Gondi | West | 3.88 km |
| Chikhali | North | 4.42 km |
| Shivanyapani | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Umari Urf Lakdiya | East | 5.69 km |
| Bawadad | North-West | 6.20 km |
| Kolki | South | 6.64 km |
| Mordad | North | 6.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muhala
Muhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padse, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Muhala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Muhala is about 85 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 Muhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muhala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Muhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muhala
Where is Muhala located?
Muhala village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muhala?
Muhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muhala?
The pincode of Muhala is 451666.
What is the population of Muhala?
Muhala has a total population of 3,803, including 1,864 males and 1,939 females.
How many households are there in Muhala?
There are 567 households in Muhala.
What is the literacy rate in Muhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muhala is 14.09%. Male literacy is 15.18% and female literacy is 13.05%.