Mahisa - Mahudha, Kheda
Mahisa is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Mahisa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahisa is 517645. The village covers a total geographical area of 2593.1 hectares and falls under the 387340 pincode. Dakor is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mahisa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahisa
As per Census 2011, Mahisa village has a total population of 6,591 people, consisting of 3,460 males and 3,131 females. The village has 1,380 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 944 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,395 literate and 2,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahisa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,591 | 3,460 | 3,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 944 | 506 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 180 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 24 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 4,395 | 2,543 | 1,852 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,196 | 917 | 1,279 |
Nearby Villages of Mahisa
Mahisa 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 Mahisa
Mahisa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dakor to Mahisa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Mahisa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahisa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahisa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahisa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahisa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahisa
Where is Mahisa located?
Mahisa village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahisa?
Mahisa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahisa?
The pincode of Mahisa is 387340.
What is the population of Mahisa?
Mahisa has a total population of 6,591, including 3,460 males and 3,131 females.
How many households are there in Mahisa?
There are 1,380 households in Mahisa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahisa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahisa is 66.68%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 59.15%.