Mawta - Piploda, Ratlam
Mawta is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Mawta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawta is 469973. The village covers a total geographical area of 1861.51 hectares and falls under the 457340 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mawta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mawta
As per Census 2011, Mawta village has a total population of 4,756 people, consisting of 2,428 males and 2,328 females. The village has 1,036 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 579 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,845 literate and 1,911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 963 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,756 | 2,428 | 2,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 298 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 963 | 489 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 2,845 | 1,758 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,911 | 670 | 1,241 |
Nearby Villages of Mawta
Mawta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranigaon | South | 3.26 km |
| Ranayara | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Nandwel | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Balodiya | West | 4.17 km |
| Richha Dewada | East | 4.18 km |
| Behpur | North | 4.35 km |
| Naveli | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Thikriya | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Jhatla | South | 5.18 km |
| Riyawan | South | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mawta
Mawta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 115.5 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 Jaora to Mawta is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Mawta is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawta 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 Mawta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawta
Where is Mawta located?
Mawta village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawta?
Mawta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mawta?
The pincode of Mawta is 457340.
What is the population of Mawta?
Mawta has a total population of 4,756, including 2,428 males and 2,328 females.
How many households are there in Mawta?
There are 1,036 households in Mawta.
What is the literacy rate in Mawta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawta is 59.82%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 46.69%.