Mahgawan Kalan - Silwani, Raisen
Mahgawan Kalan is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Hatoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahgawan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahgawan Kalan is 484931. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.821 hectares and falls under the 464986 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahgawan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahgawan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Mahgawan Kalan village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 379 males and 338 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahgawan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 379 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 257 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 122 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Mahgawan Kalan
Mahgawan 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 Mahgawan Kalan
Mahgawan Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silwani to Mahgawan Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Mahgawan Kalan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahgawan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahgawan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahgawan 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 Mahgawan Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahgawan Kalan
Where is Mahgawan Kalan located?
Mahgawan Kalan village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahgawan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahgawan Kalan is Hatoda.
What is the pincode of Mahgawan Kalan?
The pincode of Mahgawan Kalan is 464986.
What is the population of Mahgawan Kalan?
Mahgawan Kalan has a total population of 717, including 379 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Mahgawan Kalan?
There are 155 households in Mahgawan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahgawan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahgawan Kalan is 62.20%. Male literacy is 67.81% and female literacy is 55.92%.