Mawai - Ghansaur, Seoni
Mawai is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Gokalthana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawai is 496211. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.13 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Mawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawai
As per Census 2011, Mawai village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 270 males and 250 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 270 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 226 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 187 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 83 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Mawai
Mawai 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 Mawai
Mawai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Mawai is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Mawai is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawai
Where is Mawai located?
Mawai village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawai is Gokalthana.
What is the pincode of Mawai?
The pincode of Mawai is 480997.
What is the population of Mawai?
Mawai has a total population of 520, including 270 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Mawai?
There are 103 households in Mawai.
What is the literacy rate in Mawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawai is 58.85%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 47.60%.