Mahota - Bagshad, Mandi
Mahota is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 145 km from Mandi. Sahaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahota is 015989. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.83 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Mahota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahota
According to the 2011 Census, Mahota village had a total population of 447 people, including 224 males and 223 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 68.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 419.
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 | 447 | 224 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 209 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 146 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 78 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Mahota
Mahota 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 Mahota
Mahota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Mahota is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahota 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 Mahota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahota
Where is Mahota located?
Mahota village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahota?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahota is Sahaj.
What is the pincode of Mahota?
The pincode of Mahota is 175010.
What is the population of Mahota?
Mahota had a total population of 447, including 224 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Mahota?
Mahota had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahota was 72.30%. Male literacy was 75.65% and female literacy was 68.82%.