Mawai(A) - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Mawai(A) is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Jhont serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawai(A) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawai(A) is 490687. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.77 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mawai(A) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawai(A)
As per Census 2011, Mawai(A) village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 492 males and 454 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 537 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawai(A) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 492 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 284 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 339 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 153 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Mawai(A)
Mawai(A) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamheta | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Mawai(b) | West | 1.59 km |
| Ratomati | North | 1.92 km |
| Jhot | East | 2.37 km |
| Gubariya | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Shri Nagar | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bhama | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Umariya | South | 3.37 km |
| Gourtala | North | 3.63 km |
| Shyamnagar | North-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mawai(A)
Public transport in the Mawai(A) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Mawai(A) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Mawai(A) is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawai(A)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawai(A) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawai(A)
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(A) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawai(A)
Where is Mawai(A) located?
Mawai(A) village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawai(A)?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawai(A) is Jhont.
What is the pincode of Mawai(A)?
The pincode of Mawai(A) is 487118.
What is the population of Mawai(A)?
Mawai(A) has a total population of 946, including 492 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Mawai(A)?
There are 231 households in Mawai(A).
What is the literacy rate in Mawai(A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawai(A) is 59.41%. Male literacy is 68.90% and female literacy is 49.12%.