Mahguwan - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Mahguwan is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Mahgunwan Gunvey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahguwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahguwan is 490729. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.3 hectares and falls under the 487334 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahguwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahguwan
As per Census 2011, Mahguwan village has a total population of 671 people, consisting of 331 males and 340 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahguwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 331 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 225 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 106 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Mahguwan
Mahguwan 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 Mahguwan
Mahguwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahguwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadarwara to Mahguwan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Mahguwan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahguwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahguwan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahguwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahguwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahguwan
Where is Mahguwan located?
Mahguwan village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahguwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahguwan is Mahgunwan Gunvey.
What is the pincode of Mahguwan?
The pincode of Mahguwan is 487334.
What is the population of Mahguwan?
Mahguwan has a total population of 671, including 331 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Mahguwan?
There are 156 households in Mahguwan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahguwan is 60.95%. Male literacy is 67.98% and female literacy is 54.12%.