Malhanwada - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Malhanwada is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Khairimali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malhanwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malhanwada is 495370. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.25 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Malhanwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malhanwada
As per Census 2011, Malhanwada village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 139 males and 134 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malhanwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 92 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 47 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Malhanwada
Malhanwada 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 Malhanwada
Public transport in the Malhanwada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Malhanwada is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malhanwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malhanwada 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 Malhanwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malhanwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malhanwada
Where is Malhanwada located?
Malhanwada village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malhanwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Malhanwada is Khairimali.
What is the pincode of Malhanwada?
The pincode of Malhanwada is 480111.
What is the population of Malhanwada?
Malhanwada has a total population of 273, including 139 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Malhanwada?
There are 62 households in Malhanwada.
What is the literacy rate in Malhanwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhanwada is 54.21%. Male literacy is 66.19% and female literacy is 41.79%.