Mahiyari - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Mahiyari is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Mahiyari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahiyari is 514342. The village covers a total geographical area of 3759.71 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mahiyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahiyari
As per Census 2011, Mahiyari village has a total population of 4,001 people, consisting of 1,984 males and 2,017 females. The village has 935 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,344 literate and 1,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahiyari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,001 | 1,984 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 229 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 150 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,344 | 1,348 | 996 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 636 | 1,021 |
Nearby Villages of Mahiyari
Mahiyari 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 Mahiyari
Public transport in the Mahiyari 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 Kutiyana to Mahiyari is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Mahiyari is about 40 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 Mahiyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahiyari 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 Mahiyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahiyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahiyari
Where is Mahiyari located?
Mahiyari village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahiyari?
Mahiyari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahiyari?
The pincode of Mahiyari is 362620.
What is the population of Mahiyari?
Mahiyari has a total population of 4,001, including 1,984 males and 2,017 females.
How many households are there in Mahiyari?
There are 935 households in Mahiyari.
What is the literacy rate in Mahiyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahiyari is 58.59%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 49.38%.