Mawai
Mawai is a village located in Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Churhat (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sidhi. As per 2009 stats, Mawai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mawai unique in its vibrant Churhat-Sidhi region. You’ll see Mawai’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 Mawai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawai is 502484. The village spans a total geographical area of 839.1 hectares. Churhat is nearest town to Mawai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mawai 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 Churhat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mawai
Population of Mawai
According to the 2011 Census, Mawai has a total population of about 3,363, with approximately 1,705 males and 1,658 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 522 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 621 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 474. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.31%, with male literacy at about 63.40% and female literacy near 46.98%. There are around 599 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mawai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,363 | 1,705 | 1,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 261 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 302 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 234 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 1,860 | 1,081 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,503 | 624 | 879 |
Connectivity of Mawai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawai. As per the 2011 stats, Mawai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mawai
Knowing the nearby villages of Mawai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawai
- Where is Mawai located?
- Mawai village is situated in Churhat Tehsil, within the Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mawai?
- Mawai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawai is 3,363, with 1,705 males and 1,658 females.
- How many households are there in Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mawai village has a total of 599 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawai is 55.31%. The male literacy rate is 63.40%, while the female literacy rate is 46.98%.