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)
According to the 2011 Census, Mawai(A) village had a total population of 946 people, including 492 males and 454 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.13%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 57.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 537.
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 | 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) had a total population of 946, including 492 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Mawai(A)?
Mawai(A) had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawai(A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawai(A) was 69.13%. Male literacy was 79.58% and female literacy was 57.62%.