Mirgwas - Kumbhraj, Guna
Mirgwas is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Maragwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirgwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirgwas is 499575. The village covers a total geographical area of 2030 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town.
Mirgwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirgwas
As per Census 2011, Mirgwas village has a total population of 5,983 people, consisting of 3,112 males and 2,871 females. The village has 1,252 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 977 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,042 literate and 2,941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirgwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,983 | 3,112 | 2,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 977 | 507 | 470 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 198 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 112 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 3,042 | 1,851 | 1,191 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,941 | 1,261 | 1,680 |
Nearby Villages of Mirgwas
Mirgwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhua | South | 3.57 km |
| Moiya | West | 3.85 km |
| Pura Bakaniya | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Bakanya | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Dhanwas | West | 5.54 km |
| Kunda Khera | West | 5.69 km |
| Banet | East | 6.04 km |
| Prathipura | West | 6.08 km |
| Patanawari | West | 6.10 km |
| Dhab Beh | North-West | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirgwas
Mirgwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumbhraj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Guna to Mirgwas is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirgwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirgwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mirgwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirgwas 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 Mirgwas
Where is Mirgwas located?
Mirgwas village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirgwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirgwas is Maragwas.
What is the pincode of Mirgwas?
The pincode of Mirgwas is 473222.
What is the population of Mirgwas?
Mirgwas has a total population of 5,983, including 3,112 males and 2,871 females.
How many households are there in Mirgwas?
There are 1,252 households in Mirgwas.
What is the literacy rate in Mirgwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirgwas is 50.84%. Male literacy is 59.48% and female literacy is 41.48%.