Menwara Kalan - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Menwara Kalan is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Menwara Kalan (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Menwara Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Menwara Kalan is 460542. The village covers a total geographical area of 855.36 hectares and falls under the 470119 pincode. Rahatgarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Menwara Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Menwara Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Menwara Kalan village had a total population of 1,574 people, including 840 males and 734 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.44%, with male literacy at 70.19% and female literacy at 53.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 432.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Menwara Kalan
Menwara Kalan 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 Menwara Kalan
Menwara Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahatgarh to Menwara Kalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Menwara Kalan is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Menwara Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Menwara Kalan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Menwara Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Menwara Kalan 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 Menwara Kalan
Where is Menwara Kalan located?
Menwara Kalan village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Menwara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Menwara Kalan is Menwara Kalan (p).
What is the pincode of Menwara Kalan?
The pincode of Menwara Kalan is 470119.
What is the population of Menwara Kalan?
Menwara Kalan had a total population of 1,574, including 840 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Menwara Kalan?
Menwara Kalan had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Menwara Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Menwara Kalan was 62.44%. Male literacy was 70.19% and female literacy was 53.45%.