Mandwa Mehgawan - Sultanpur, Raisen
Mandwa Mehgawan is a village situated in the Sultanpur tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Badi and around 60 km from Raisen. Santra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandwa Mehgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandwa Mehgawan is 484605. The village covers a total geographical area of 941.23 hectares and falls under the 464986 pincode. Sultanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mandwa Mehgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandwa Mehgawan
As per Census 2011, Mandwa Mehgawan village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 153 males and 150 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 265 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandwa Mehgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 153 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 135 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 74 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 79 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Mandwa Mehgawan
Mandwa Mehgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kosmi | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Santra | East | 2.10 km |
| Ghana Khurd | West | 2.41 km |
| Berkhedi Khurd | South | 3.36 km |
| Ghonti Bahra | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Chora Kamrora | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Diyawadi | West | 4.86 km |
| Khobi | East | 4.99 km |
| Thawari Ghatkheri | South-East | 5.60 km |
| Chanakunda | South | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandwa Mehgawan
Mandwa Mehgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vidisha, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanpur to Mandwa Mehgawan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Mandwa Mehgawan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandwa Mehgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandwa Mehgawan 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 Mandwa Mehgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandwa Mehgawan 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 Mandwa Mehgawan
Where is Mandwa Mehgawan located?
Mandwa Mehgawan village is located in Sultanpur Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandwa Mehgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandwa Mehgawan is Santra.
What is the pincode of Mandwa Mehgawan?
The pincode of Mandwa Mehgawan is 464986.
What is the population of Mandwa Mehgawan?
Mandwa Mehgawan has a total population of 303, including 153 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Mandwa Mehgawan?
There are 56 households in Mandwa Mehgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Mandwa Mehgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandwa Mehgawan is 40.26%. Male literacy is 48.37% and female literacy is 32.00%.