Mokhan Gaon - Sanawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Mokhan Gaon is a village situated in the Sanawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Barwaha and around 80 km from Khargone. Toklay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mokhan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mokhan Gaon is 476814. The village covers a total geographical area of 551.9 hectares and falls under the 451111 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mokhan Gaon 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 Mokhan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Mokhan Gaon village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 184 males and 151 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mokhan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 184 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 85 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 69 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 115 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Mokhan Gaon
Mokhan Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhankalan | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Khamlay | North | 2.61 km |
| Birali | East | 2.64 km |
| Toklay | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Raijhar | North | 4.42 km |
| Satajana | North | 5.06 km |
| Nalvah | East | 5.59 km |
| Dhakalgaon | North-East | 6.70 km |
| Chhimari | South-East | 7.15 km |
| Baliya | South | 7.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mokhan Gaon
Mokhan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sanawad, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Mokhan Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Mokhan Gaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mokhan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mokhan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mokhan Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mokhan Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mokhan Gaon
Where is Mokhan Gaon located?
Mokhan Gaon village is located in Sanawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mokhan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mokhan Gaon is Toklay.
What is the pincode of Mokhan Gaon?
The pincode of Mokhan Gaon is 451111.
What is the population of Mokhan Gaon?
Mokhan Gaon has a total population of 335, including 184 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Mokhan Gaon?
There are 73 households in Mokhan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mokhan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mokhan Gaon is 28.66%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 17.88%.