Mahudi - Danta, Banas Kantha
Mahudi is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Mahudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahudi is 507977. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.51 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Mahudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahudi
As per Census 2011, Mahudi village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 320 males and 304 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 320 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 195 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 125 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Mahudi
Mahudi 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 Mahudi
Mahudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Mahudi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahudi 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 Mahudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahudi
Where is Mahudi located?
Mahudi village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahudi?
Mahudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahudi?
The pincode of Mahudi is 385120.
What is the population of Mahudi?
Mahudi has a total population of 624, including 320 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Mahudi?
There are 116 households in Mahudi.
What is the literacy rate in Mahudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahudi is 51.44%. Male literacy is 60.94% and female literacy is 41.45%.