Mawai
Mawai is a village located in Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bahoriband (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Mawai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mawai unique in its vibrant Bahoriband-Katni region. You’ll see Mawai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mawai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawai is 488735. The village spans a total geographical area of 1178.07 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Mawai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Mawai
Population of Mawai
According to the 2011 Census, Mawai has a total population of about 2,493, with approximately 1,289 males and 1,204 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 393 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 805. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.47%, with male literacy at about 60.43% and female literacy near 43.94%. There are around 540 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mawai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,493 | 1,289 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 209 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 75 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 417 | 388 |
| Literate Population | 1,308 | 779 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 510 | 675 |
Connectivity of Mawai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawai. As per the 2011 stats, Mawai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Mawai
Knowing the nearby villages of Mawai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawai
- Where is Mawai located?
- Mawai village is situated in Bahoriband Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mawai?
- Mawai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawai is 2,493, with 1,289 males and 1,204 females.
- How many households are there in Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mawai village has a total of 540 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawai is 52.47%. The male literacy rate is 60.43%, while the female literacy rate is 43.94%.