Mahun

Mahun is a village located in Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 87km away from district headquarter Rakkar. Rakkar is the sub-district headquarter of Mahun village. As per 2009 stats, Banni is the gram panchayat of Mahun village.

Mahun has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahun is 010716. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177108. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Mahun village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mahun

Below is a concise population overview of Mahun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 934 472 462
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 84 44 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 133 67 66
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 790 421 369
Illiterate Population 144 51 93

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahun village:

  • The total population of Mahun village is around 934, including approximately 472 males and 462 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Mahun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahun village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahun village is about 84.58%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 79.87%.
  • There are around 202 households in Mahun village.

Connectivity of Mahun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahun. As per the 2011 stats, Mahun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahun

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahun.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahun

Where is Mahun located?
Mahun village is situated in Rakkar Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahun?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahun is Banni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahun?
The pincode of Mahun is 177108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahun is 934, with 472 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Mahun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahun village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahun is 84.58%. The male literacy rate is 89.19%, while the female literacy rate is 79.87%.