Mhow - Sonkatch, Dewas
Mhow is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Chandakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mhow village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mhow is 473491. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.31 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mhow village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mhow
As per Census 2011, Mhow village has a total population of 556 people, consisting of 297 males and 259 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mhow are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 297 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 151 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 146 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Mhow
Mhow 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarkheda | South | 1.10 km |
| Badiyaraysal | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Bhilukhedi | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Jassupura | East | 2.57 km |
| Kodapura | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Kopla | South | 3.11 km |
| Jamli | North | 3.42 km |
| Brahmpuri | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Nanukheda | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Tappasukalya | South-East | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mhow
Mhow is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonkatch to Mhow is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Mhow is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mhow
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mhow 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 Mhow
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mhow 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 Mhow
Where is Mhow located?
Mhow village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mhow?
The Gram Panchayat of Mhow is Chandakhedi.
What is the pincode of Mhow?
The pincode of Mhow is 455223.
What is the population of Mhow?
Mhow has a total population of 556, including 297 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Mhow?
There are 108 households in Mhow.
What is the literacy rate in Mhow?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mhow is 44.96%. Male literacy is 50.84% and female literacy is 38.22%.