Mahkoni - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Mahkoni is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Kasdol and around 138 km from Raipur. Khosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahkoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahkoni is 444190. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.7 hectares and falls under the 493344 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mahkoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahkoni
According to the 2011 Census, Mahkoni village had a total population of 182 people, including 82 males and 100 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.45%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 46.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 182 | 82 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 65 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 17 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Mahkoni
Mahkoni 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 Mahkoni
Mahkoni 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 NA |
| 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 Kasdol to Mahkoni is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Mahkoni is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahkoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahkoni 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 Mahkoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahkoni 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 Mahkoni
Where is Mahkoni located?
Mahkoni village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahkoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahkoni is Khosda.
What is the pincode of Mahkoni?
The pincode of Mahkoni is 493344.
What is the population of Mahkoni?
Mahkoni had a total population of 182, including 82 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Mahkoni?
Mahkoni had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahkoni was 65.45%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 46.74%.