Mawai Jar - Bichhiya, Mandla
Mawai Jar is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Mawai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawai Jar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawai Jar is 493429. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.55 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Mawai Jar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mawai Jar
As per Census 2011, Mawai Jar village has a total population of 2,159 people, consisting of 1,078 males and 1,081 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,444 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 657 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawai Jar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,078 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 657 | 315 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 1,444 | 797 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 281 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Mawai Jar
Mawai Jar 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 Mawai Jar
Mawai Jar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mawai Jar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Mawai Jar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Mawai Jar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawai Jar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawai Jar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mawai Jar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawai Jar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mawai Jar
Where is Mawai Jar located?
Mawai Jar village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawai Jar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawai Jar is Mawai.
What is the pincode of Mawai Jar?
The pincode of Mawai Jar is 481996.
What is the population of Mawai Jar?
Mawai Jar has a total population of 2,159, including 1,078 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Mawai Jar?
There are 568 households in Mawai Jar.
What is the literacy rate in Mawai Jar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawai Jar is 66.88%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 59.85%.