Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) - Niwas, Mandla
Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Poudi Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) is 492469. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.8 hectares and falls under the 481885 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)
According to the 2011 Census, Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) village had a total population of 1,273 people, including 599 males and 674 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.04%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 66.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 947.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,273 | 599 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 75 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 947 | 435 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 454 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 145 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)
Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) 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 Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)
Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Niwas to Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)
Where is Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) located?
Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) is Poudi Mal.
What is the pincode of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)?
The pincode of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) is 481885.
What is the population of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)?
Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) had a total population of 1,273, including 599 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)?
Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paundi Mal. (Bhawarda) was 76.04%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 66.49%.