Mahuwat - Batiyagarh, Damoh
Mahuwat is a village situated in the Batiyagarh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batiyagarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Agara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuwat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuwat is 462065. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.37 hectares and falls under the 470673 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town.
Mahuwat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahuwat
According to the 2011 Census, Mahuwat village had a total population of 419 people, including 220 males and 199 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.83%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 55.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 419 | 220 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 155 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 65 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuwat
Mahuwat 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 Mahuwat
Mahuwat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Damoh to Mahuwat is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuwat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuwat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahuwat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuwat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahuwat
Where is Mahuwat located?
Mahuwat village is located in Batiyagarh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuwat?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuwat is Agara.
What is the pincode of Mahuwat?
The pincode of Mahuwat is 470673.
What is the population of Mahuwat?
Mahuwat had a total population of 419, including 220 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Mahuwat?
Mahuwat had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuwat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuwat was 69.83%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 55.35%.