Mandawar - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Mandawar is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Mandawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandawar is 480077. The village covers a total geographical area of 1938.91 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mandawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandawar
As per Census 2011, Mandawar village has a total population of 4,897 people, consisting of 2,516 males and 2,381 females. The village has 1,097 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 719 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,484 literate and 2,413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 755 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 443 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,897 | 2,516 | 2,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 719 | 395 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 755 | 393 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 212 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 2,484 | 1,501 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,413 | 1,015 | 1,398 |
Nearby Villages of Mandawar
Mandawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundla Narayan | West | 2.36 km |
| Kankerwal | East | 4.04 km |
| Hoshiyarkhedi | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Kuradia Khedi | North | 5.54 km |
| Kodia God | North-West | 6.46 km |
| Jhad Pipliya | South-West | 8.06 km |
| Chandbad | North-East | 8.30 km |
| Hinotiya | South | 8.47 km |
| Ghiya Khedi | North | 8.49 km |
| Panwadi | South | 9.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandawar
Mandawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanwas, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Mandawar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Mandawar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandawar 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 Mandawar
Where is Mandawar located?
Mandawar village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandawar?
Mandawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandawar?
The pincode of Mandawar is 465667.
What is the population of Mandawar?
Mandawar has a total population of 4,897, including 2,516 males and 2,381 females.
How many households are there in Mandawar?
There are 1,097 households in Mandawar.
What is the literacy rate in Mandawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandawar is 50.72%. Male literacy is 59.66% and female literacy is 41.29%.