Maherwada - Unjha, Mahesana
Maherwada is a village situated in the Unjha taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unjha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Maherwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maherwada is 509255. The village covers a total geographical area of 665.14 hectares and falls under the 384130 pincode. Unjha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Maherwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maherwada
As per Census 2011, Maherwada village has a total population of 2,446 people, consisting of 1,244 males and 1,202 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,774 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maherwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,446 | 1,244 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 146 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 144 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,774 | 1,025 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 219 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Maherwada
Maherwada 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 Maherwada
Maherwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Maherwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unjha to Maherwada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Maherwada 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 Maherwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maherwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maherwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maherwada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maherwada
Where is Maherwada located?
Maherwada village is located in Unjha Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maherwada?
Maherwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maherwada?
The pincode of Maherwada is 384130.
What is the population of Maherwada?
Maherwada has a total population of 2,446, including 1,244 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Maherwada?
There are 570 households in Maherwada.
What is the literacy rate in Maherwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maherwada is 72.53%. Male literacy is 82.40% and female literacy is 62.31%.