Menwara Kalan
Menwara Kalan is a village located in Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Rahatgarh (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Menwara Kalan P is the gram panchayat of Menwara Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Menwara Kalan unique in its vibrant Rahatgarh-Sagar region. You’ll see Menwara Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Menwara Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Menwara Kalan is 460542. The village spans a total geographical area of 855.36 hectares. Rahatgarh is nearest town to Menwara Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Menwara Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Menwara Kalan
Population of Menwara Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Menwara Kalan has a total population of about 1,574, with approximately 840 males and 734 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 288 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 411 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 432. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.02%, with male literacy at about 57.74% and female literacy near 43.32%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Menwara Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 840 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 149 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 218 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 226 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 485 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 355 | 416 |
Connectivity of Menwara Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Menwara Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Menwara Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Menwara Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Menwara Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Menwara Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Menwara Kalan
- Where is Menwara Kalan located?
- Menwara Kalan village is situated in Rahatgarh Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Menwara Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Menwara Kalan is Menwara Kalan P (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Menwara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Menwara Kalan is 1,574, with 840 males and 734 females.
- How many households are there in Menwara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Menwara Kalan village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Menwara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Menwara Kalan is 51.02%. The male literacy rate is 57.74%, while the female literacy rate is 43.32%.