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
According to the 2011 Census, Malhanwada village had a total population of 273 people, including 139 males and 134 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.41%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 46.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
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 | 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 had a total population of 273, including 139 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Malhanwada?
Malhanwada had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malhanwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhanwada was 60.41%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 46.28%.