Mahidad - Chotila, Surendranagar
Mahidad is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Mahidad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahidad is 512394. The village covers a total geographical area of 790.08 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Mahidad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahidad
According to the 2011 Census, Mahidad village had a total population of 762 people, including 414 males and 348 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.81%, with male literacy at 86.55% and female literacy at 44.07%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 414 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 296 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 118 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Mahidad
Mahidad 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 Mahidad
Mahidad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Mahidad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Mahidad is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahidad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahidad 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 Mahidad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahidad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahidad
Where is Mahidad located?
Mahidad village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahidad?
Mahidad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahidad?
The pincode of Mahidad is 363520.
What is the population of Mahidad?
Mahidad had a total population of 762, including 414 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Mahidad?
Mahidad had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahidad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahidad was 67.81%. Male literacy was 86.55% and female literacy was 44.07%.