Mahamai - Lormi, Mungeli
Mahamai is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Lormi and around 82 km from Bilaspur. Mahamai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahamai is 437877. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.03 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mahamai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahamai
According to the 2011 Census, Mahamai village had a total population of 1,473 people, including 753 males and 720 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.49%, with male literacy at 52.72% and female literacy at 33.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,177.
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 | 1,473 | 753 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,177 | 601 | 576 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 320 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 433 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Mahamai
Mahamai 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 Mahamai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahamai.
| 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 Lormi to Mahamai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Mahamai is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahamai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahamai 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 Mahamai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahamai 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 Mahamai
Where is Mahamai located?
Mahamai village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahamai?
Mahamai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahamai?
The pincode of Mahamai is 495115.
What is the population of Mahamai?
Mahamai had a total population of 1,473, including 753 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Mahamai?
Mahamai had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahamai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahamai was 43.49%. Male literacy was 52.72% and female literacy was 33.90%.