Mahragaon Kalan - Baraily, Raisen
Mahragaon Kalan is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Mehragaon Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahragaon Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahragaon Kalan is 484519. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.87 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mahragaon Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahragaon Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Mahragaon Kalan village had a total population of 1,684 people, including 877 males and 807 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.14%, with male literacy at 66.35% and female literacy at 48.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 669, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,684 | 877 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 346 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 495 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 382 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Mahragaon Kalan
Mahragaon Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahragaon Kalan
Mahragaon Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Mahragaon Kalan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Mahragaon Kalan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahragaon Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahragaon Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahragaon Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahragaon Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahragaon Kalan
Where is Mahragaon Kalan located?
Mahragaon Kalan village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahragaon Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahragaon Kalan is Mehragaon Kalan.
What is the pincode of Mahragaon Kalan?
The pincode of Mahragaon Kalan is 464668.
What is the population of Mahragaon Kalan?
Mahragaon Kalan had a total population of 1,684, including 877 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Mahragaon Kalan?
Mahragaon Kalan had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahragaon Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahragaon Kalan was 58.14%. Male literacy was 66.35% and female literacy was 48.95%.