Mawai
Mawai is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Pipariya Mavai is the gram panchayat of Mawai village.
Mawai 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 Mawai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawai is 490566. The village spans a total geographical area of 1716.99 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Mawai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mawai 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mawai
Population of Mawai
Below is a concise population overview of Mawai 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 | 634 | 360 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 51 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 245 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 428 | 266 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 94 | 112 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mawai village:
- The total population of Mawai village is around 634, including approximately 360 males and 274 females, with a sex ratio of 761 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Mawai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mawai village has 431 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Mawai village is about 67.51%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 59.12%.
- There are around 165 households in Mawai village.
Connectivity of Mawai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawai. As per the 2011 stats, Mawai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mawai
Knowing the nearby villages of Mawai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawai
- Where is Mawai located?
- Mawai village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mawai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mawai is Pipariya Mavai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawai is 634, with 360 males and 274 females.
- How many households are there in Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mawai village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawai is 67.51%. The male literacy rate is 73.89%, while the female literacy rate is 59.12%.