Mahtodih - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Mahtodih is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Hansdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahtodih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahtodih is 369569. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.84 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mahtodih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Mahtodih
Mahtodih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pagwara Purabpatti | North-East | 0.36 km |
| Kherbari | West | 0.42 km |
| Sikrabandh | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Parkheta | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Banaras | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Sagrama | North | 1.50 km |
| Jalbe | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Amba | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Hansdiha | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Goradih | West | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahtodih
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mahtodih. The nearest railway station is Hansdiha, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumka to Mahtodih is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahtodih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahtodih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahtodih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahtodih 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahtodih
Where is Mahtodih located?
Mahtodih village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahtodih?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahtodih is Hansdiha.
What is the pincode of Mahtodih?
The pincode of Mahtodih is 814145.