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
As per Census 2011, Mahamai village has a total population of 1,473 people, consisting of 753 males and 720 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 518 literate and 955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahamai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 753 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,473, including 753 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Mahamai?
There are 321 households in Mahamai.
What is the literacy rate in Mahamai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahamai is 35.17%. Male literacy is 42.50% and female literacy is 27.50%.