Mahagawan - Majholi, Jabalpur
Mahagawan is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Mahgwan (bamhori) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahagawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahagawan is 489195. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.59 hectares and falls under the 483332 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mahagawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahagawan
As per Census 2011, Mahagawan village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 243 males and 233 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahagawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 243 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 31 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 143 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 161 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 82 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Mahagawan
Mahagawan 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 Mahagawan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mahagawan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Majholi to Mahagawan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Mahagawan is about 50 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 Mahagawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahagawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahagawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahagawan 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 Mahagawan
Where is Mahagawan located?
Mahagawan village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahagawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahagawan is Mahgwan (bamhori).
What is the pincode of Mahagawan?
The pincode of Mahagawan is 483332.
What is the population of Mahagawan?
Mahagawan has a total population of 476, including 243 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Mahagawan?
There are 126 households in Mahagawan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahagawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahagawan is 57.56%. Male literacy is 66.26% and female literacy is 48.50%.