Mawasa - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Mawasa 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. Mawasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawasa is 480187. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.29 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mawasa 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 Mawasa
As per Census 2011, Mawasa village has a total population of 1,474 people, consisting of 756 males and 718 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 756 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 171 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 539 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 217 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Mawasa
Mawasa 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 Mawasa
Mawasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Narsinghgarh to Mawasa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Mawasa 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 Mawasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mawasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawasa 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 Mawasa
Where is Mawasa located?
Mawasa village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawasa?
Mawasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mawasa?
The pincode of Mawasa is 465669.
What is the population of Mawasa?
Mawasa has a total population of 1,474, including 756 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Mawasa?
There are 402 households in Mawasa.
What is the literacy rate in Mawasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawasa is 61.40%. Male literacy is 71.30% and female literacy is 50.97%.