Mawai - Palera, Tikamgarh
Mawai is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Mabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawai is 456959. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.3 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawai
According to the 2011 Census, Mawai village had a total population of 1,759 people, including 911 males and 848 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 83.75% and female literacy at 61.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 510, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,759 | 911 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 148 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 258 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,087 | 639 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 272 | 400 |
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 5-10 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 Palera to Mawai is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Mawai is about 62 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawai
Where is Mawai located?
Mawai village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawai is Mabai.
What is the pincode of Mawai?
The pincode of Mawai is 472221.
What is the population of Mawai?
Mawai had a total population of 1,759, including 911 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Mawai?
Mawai had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawai was 72.66%. Male literacy was 83.75% and female literacy was 61.12%.