Mahadag - Garhwa
Mahadag is a village situated in the Garhwa subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Garhwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Karua Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahadag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahadag is 347771. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.81 hectares and falls under the 822114 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahadag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Mahadag
Mahadag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhiganwan | West | 0.63 km |
| Pataria | North | 0.79 km |
| Korta | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Hur | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Karua Kalan | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Pipra | North | 2.07 km |
| Dumariya | East | 2.12 km |
| Terhi Haraiya | South | 2.14 km |
| Haraiya | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Jhura | West | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahadag
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahadag. The nearest railway station is Garwa Road, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 142.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhwa to Mahadag is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahadag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahadag 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahadag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahadag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahadag
Where is Mahadag located?
Mahadag village is located in Garhwa Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahadag?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahadag is Karua Kalan.
What is the pincode of Mahadag?
The pincode of Mahadag is 822114.