Mahuej - Mangrol, Surat
Mahuej is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Mahuej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuej is 523824. The village covers a total geographical area of 1061.41 hectares and falls under the 394125 pincode. Bharuch is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mahuej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuej
As per Census 2011, Mahuej village has a total population of 2,152 people, consisting of 1,091 males and 1,061 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,462 literate and 690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,152 | 1,091 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 130 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,220 | 617 | 603 |
| Literate Population | 1,462 | 795 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 296 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuej
Mahuej 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 Mahuej
Mahuej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mahuej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bharuch to Mahuej is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Mahuej is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahuej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuej 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 Mahuej
Where is Mahuej located?
Mahuej village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuej?
Mahuej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahuej?
The pincode of Mahuej is 394125.
What is the population of Mahuej?
Mahuej has a total population of 2,152, including 1,091 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Mahuej?
There are 411 households in Mahuej.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuej is 67.94%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 62.87%.