Mahgawan
About Mahgawan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mahgawan village is 488439. Mahgawan village is located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Barchheka is the gram panchayat of Mahgawan village.
The total geographical area of village is 277.9 hectares. Mahgawan has a total population of 960 peoples, out of which male population is 489 while female population is 471. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mahgawan village is 58.44% out of which 70.76% males and 45.65% females are literate. There are about 236 houses in mahgawan village.
When it comes to administration, Mahgawan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mahgawan village comes under Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency. Katni is nearest town to mahgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Mahgawan
The population details of Mahgawan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 | 489 | 471 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 178 | 99 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 361 | 178 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 346 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 143 | 256 |
Connectivity of Mahgawan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahgawan
Where is Mahgawan located?
Mahgawan village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahgawan is Barchheka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mahgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahgawan is 960, with 489 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Mahgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahgawan village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahgawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahgawan is 58.44%. The male literacy rate is 70.76%, while the female literacy rate is 45.65%.