Mawa
Mawa is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Mawa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mawa unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Mawa’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 Mawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawa is 031036. The village spans a total geographical area of 331 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Maur is nearest town to Mawa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mawa
Population of Mawa
According to the 2011 Census, Mawa has a total population of about 576, with approximately 305 males and 271 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.71%, with male literacy at about 68.85% and female literacy near 66.42%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 305 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 390 | 210 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 95 | 91 |
Connectivity of Mawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawa. As per the 2011 stats, Mawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Mawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawa
- Where is Mawa located?
- Mawa village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mawa?
- Mawa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mawa?
- The pincode of Mawa is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawa is 576, with 305 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Mawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mawa village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawa is 67.71%. The male literacy rate is 68.85%, while the female literacy rate is 66.42%.