Mahua

Mahua is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jarmundi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Bhalki is the gram panchayat of Mahua village.

Mahua has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Mahua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahua is 369813. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814145. Dumka is nearest town to Mahua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mahua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 893 478 415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 84 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 40 20 20
Literate Population 550 363 187
Illiterate Population 343 115 228

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

  • The total population of Mahua village is around 893, including approximately 478 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Mahua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahua village has 40 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahua village is about 61.59%, with male literacy at 75.94% and female literacy at 45.06%.
  • There are around 178 households in Mahua village.

Connectivity of Mahua

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

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

Nearby Villages of Mahua

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

Bhalki Lagwa Sultantikar Chandardip Bhalki Chhit Rampur Shampur Jaipur Katimba Badrampur Thari

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahua

Where is Mahua located?
Mahua village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahua?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahua is Bhalki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahua?
The pincode of Mahua is 814145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahua is 893, with 478 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Mahua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahua village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahua is 61.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.94%, while the female literacy rate is 45.06%.