Megarmuha - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Megarmuha is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Megarmuha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megarmuha is 490768. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.64 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Megarmuha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megarmuha
As per Census 2011, Megarmuha village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 258 males and 221 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megarmuha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 258 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 186 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 72 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Megarmuha
Megarmuha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dighori | South | 1.37 km |
| Kanhargaon | West | 1.86 km |
| Ghoorpur | East | 1.99 km |
| Sudras | South | 2.55 km |
| Patlon | North | 3.21 km |
| Umariya | East | 3.62 km |
| Kekra | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Jamada | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Thalwada | South | 4.14 km |
| Gadarwara | North-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megarmuha
Megarmuha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Megarmuha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Megarmuha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megarmuha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megarmuha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Megarmuha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megarmuha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Megarmuha
Where is Megarmuha located?
Megarmuha village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megarmuha?
Megarmuha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Megarmuha?
The pincode of Megarmuha is 487771.
What is the population of Megarmuha?
Megarmuha has a total population of 479, including 258 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Megarmuha?
There are 95 households in Megarmuha.
What is the literacy rate in Megarmuha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megarmuha is 65.97%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 58.82%.