Mahla - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Mahla is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 164 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Partapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahla is 448459. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.62 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahla
According to the 2011 Census, Mahla village had a total population of 7 people, including 3 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahla.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Mahla is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Mahla is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahla 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 Mahla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahla 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 Mahla
Where is Mahla located?
Mahla village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahla?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahla is Partapur.
What is the pincode of Mahla?
The pincode of Mahla is 494777.
What is the population of Mahla?
Mahla had a total population of 7, including 3 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Mahla?
Mahla had 2 households.