Mohkampura - Petlawad, Jhabua
Mohkampura is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Mohkampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohkampura is 504407. The village covers a total geographical area of 702.42 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mohkampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mohkampura
As per Census 2011, Mohkampura village has a total population of 1,515 people, consisting of 755 males and 760 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,511 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohkampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | 755 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 178 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,511 | 754 | 757 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 169 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 586 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Mohkampura
Mohkampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tar Khedi | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Tanda | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Beedpada | East | 2.80 km |
| Chandragarh | West | 3.21 km |
| Tambolia | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Roopa Kheda | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Garwa Khedi | East | 3.96 km |
| Ranjitpura | East | 3.96 km |
| Kanakuwa | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Paledi | South | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohkampura
Mohkampura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Petlawad to Mohkampura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Mohkampura is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohkampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohkampura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mohkampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohkampura 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 Mohkampura
Where is Mohkampura located?
Mohkampura village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohkampura?
Mohkampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mohkampura?
The pincode of Mohkampura is 457775.
What is the population of Mohkampura?
Mohkampura has a total population of 1,515, including 755 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Mohkampura?
There are 315 households in Mohkampura.
What is the literacy rate in Mohkampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohkampura is 14.98%. Male literacy is 22.38% and female literacy is 7.63%.