Mitawal - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Mitawal is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Mitawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mitawal is 477914. The village covers a total geographical area of 1454.51 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mitawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mitawal
As per Census 2011, Mitawal village has a total population of 2,333 people, consisting of 1,202 males and 1,131 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,483 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 718 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mitawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,333 | 1,202 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 161 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 132 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 718 | 359 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 867 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 335 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Mitawal
Mitawal 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 Mitawal
Mitawal 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 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 Jhiranya to Mitawal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Mitawal is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mitawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mitawal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mitawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mitawal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mitawal
Where is Mitawal located?
Mitawal village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mitawal?
Mitawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mitawal?
The pincode of Mitawal is 450661.
What is the population of Mitawal?
Mitawal has a total population of 2,333, including 1,202 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Mitawal?
There are 473 households in Mitawal.
What is the literacy rate in Mitawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mitawal is 63.57%. Male literacy is 72.13% and female literacy is 54.47%.