Mandwi - Jaora, Ratlam
Mandwi is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Mandwi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandwi is 470087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1427.91 hectares and falls under the 457336 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mandwi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandwi
As per Census 2011, Mandwi village has a total population of 2,243 people, consisting of 1,170 males and 1,073 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,302 literate and 941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandwi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,170 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 153 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 153 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,302 | 858 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 312 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Mandwi
Mandwi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Netawali | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Akoli | East | 2.97 km |
| Gondi Shankar | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Menhadi | North | 3.17 km |
| Richha-gujar | West | 3.49 km |
| Tarashya | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Gondi Dharamsi | South | 4.20 km |
| Pipaliyasir | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Martandganj | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Rafu Khedi | South | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandwi
Public transport in the Mandwi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhodhar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaora to Mandwi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Mandwi 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 Mandwi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandwi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandwi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandwi 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 Mandwi
Where is Mandwi located?
Mandwi village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandwi?
Mandwi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandwi?
The pincode of Mandwi is 457336.
What is the population of Mandwi?
Mandwi has a total population of 2,243, including 1,170 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Mandwi?
There are 505 households in Mandwi.
What is the literacy rate in Mandwi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandwi is 58.05%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 41.38%.