Mandwa - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Mandwa is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mandwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandwa is 506140. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.85 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mandwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandwa
As per Census 2011, Mandwa village has a total population of 928 people, consisting of 472 males and 456 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 862 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 472 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 862 | 442 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 177 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 295 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Mandwa
Mandwa 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 Mandwa
Mandwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandhana to Mandwa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Mandwa is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandwa
Where is Mandwa located?
Mandwa village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandwa?
Mandwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandwa?
The pincode of Mandwa is 450001.
What is the population of Mandwa?
Mandwa has a total population of 928, including 472 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Mandwa?
There are 182 households in Mandwa.
What is the literacy rate in Mandwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandwa is 29.20%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 20.61%.