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
As per Census 2011, Mahidad village has a total population of 762 people, consisting of 414 males and 348 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 347 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahidad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 414 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| 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 has a total population of 762, including 414 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Mahidad?
There are 102 households in Mahidad.
What is the literacy rate in Mahidad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahidad is 54.46%. Male literacy is 71.50% and female literacy is 34.20%.