Mahowa - Karsog, Mandi
Mahowa is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahowa is 016222. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.64 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Mahowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahowa
According to the 2011 Census, Mahowa village had a total population of 592 people, including 302 males and 290 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.23%, with male literacy at 88.80% and female literacy at 71.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 592 | 302 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 230 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 72 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Mahowa
Mahowa 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 Mahowa
Public transport in the Mahowa 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 Mahowa is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahowa
Where is Mahowa located?
Mahowa village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahowa is Khadra.
What is the pincode of Mahowa?
The pincode of Mahowa is 175011.
What is the population of Mahowa?
Mahowa had a total population of 592, including 302 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Mahowa?
Mahowa had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahowa was 80.23%. Male literacy was 88.80% and female literacy was 71.60%.