Mardana - Sanawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Mardana is a village situated in the Sanawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Barwaha and around 73 km from Khargone. Mardana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardana is 476772. The village covers a total geographical area of 1568.16 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Mardana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardana
As per Census 2011, Mardana village has a total population of 5,001 people, consisting of 2,511 males and 2,490 females. The village has 1,014 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,270 literate and 2,731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 714 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 682 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,001 | 2,511 | 2,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 760 | 390 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 370 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 682 | 330 | 352 |
| Literate Population | 2,270 | 1,384 | 886 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,731 | 1,127 | 1,604 |
Nearby Villages of Mardana
Mardana 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 Mardana
Mardana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sanawad to Mardana is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Mardana is about 73 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 Mardana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mardana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mardana
Where is Mardana located?
Mardana village is located in Sanawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardana?
Mardana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mardana?
The pincode of Mardana is 451113.
What is the population of Mardana?
Mardana has a total population of 5,001, including 2,511 males and 2,490 females.
How many households are there in Mardana?
There are 1,014 households in Mardana.
What is the literacy rate in Mardana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardana is 45.39%. Male literacy is 55.12% and female literacy is 35.58%.