Maharkhuwa - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Maharkhuwa is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Biharwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maharkhuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharkhuwa is 458357. The village covers a total geographical area of 973.86 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Maharkhuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maharkhuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Maharkhuwa village had a total population of 309 people, including 165 males and 144 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.27%, with male literacy at 59.56% and female literacy at 31.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 165 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 150 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 81 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 84 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Maharkhuwa
Maharkhuwa 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 Maharkhuwa
Maharkhuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Maharkhuwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Maharkhuwa is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Maharkhuwa is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maharkhuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharkhuwa 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 Maharkhuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharkhuwa 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 Maharkhuwa
Where is Maharkhuwa located?
Maharkhuwa village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maharkhuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Maharkhuwa is Biharwara.
What is the pincode of Maharkhuwa?
The pincode of Maharkhuwa is 471405.
What is the population of Maharkhuwa?
Maharkhuwa had a total population of 309, including 165 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Maharkhuwa?
Maharkhuwa had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maharkhuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharkhuwa was 46.27%. Male literacy was 59.56% and female literacy was 31.09%.