Mahuwa - Pachore, Rajgarh
Mahuwa is a village situated in the Pachore tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachore and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Mahuwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuwa is 480377. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.3 hectares and falls under the 465683 pincode. Boda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mahuwa 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 Mahuwa
As per Census 2011, Mahuwa village has a total population of 1,406 people, consisting of 685 males and 721 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 685 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 99 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 68 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 473 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 212 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuwa
Mahuwa 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 Reti | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Gagar | East | 4.29 km |
| Karondi | North | 4.33 km |
| Khajuri | South | 5.57 km |
| Abdapur | West | 6.94 km |
| Jhad Pipliya | East | 7.10 km |
| Lachhmanpura | North-West | 7.56 km |
| Nindra Khedi | South-West | 7.90 km |
| Ank Kheda | South-East | 8.48 km |
| Piplya Tawakkul | South | 8.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuwa
Mahuwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pachor Road, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Boda to Mahuwa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Mahuwa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuwa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahuwa
Where is Mahuwa located?
Mahuwa village is located in Pachore Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuwa?
Mahuwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahuwa?
The pincode of Mahuwa is 465683.
What is the population of Mahuwa?
Mahuwa has a total population of 1,406, including 685 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Mahuwa?
There are 367 households in Mahuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuwa is 55.26%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 42.16%.