Mau
Mau is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Mau village is also a gram panchayat.
Mau has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mau is 490883. The village spans a total geographical area of 583.55 hectares. Gadarwara is nearest town to Mau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mau village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mau
Population of Mau
Below is a concise population overview of Mau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 633 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 415 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 218 | 293 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mau village:
- The total population of Mau village is around 1,211, including approximately 633 males and 578 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Mau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mau village has 168 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 230 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mau village is about 57.80%, with male literacy at 65.56% and female literacy at 49.31%.
- There are around 257 households in Mau village.
Connectivity of Mau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mau. As per the 2011 stats, Mau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mau
Knowing the nearby villages of Mau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mau
- Where is Mau located?
- Mau village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mau?
- Mau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mau is 1,211, with 633 males and 578 females.
- How many households are there in Mau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mau village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mau is 57.80%. The male literacy rate is 65.56%, while the female literacy rate is 49.31%.