Mahugain Kalan - Barkagaon, Hazaribagh
Mahugain Kalan is a village situated in the Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkagaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Mahugaikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahugain Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahugain Kalan is 368846. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.45 hectares and falls under the 825311 pincode.
Mahugain Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahugain Kalan
As per Census 2011, Mahugain Kalan village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 916 males and 900 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,059 literate and 757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahugain Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 916 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 120 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 113 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 644 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 272 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Mahugain Kalan
Mahugain Kalan 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 Mahugain Kalan
Mahugain Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Mahugain Kalan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahugain Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahugain Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahugain Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahugain Kalan 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 Mahugain Kalan
Where is Mahugain Kalan located?
Mahugain Kalan village is located in Barkagaon Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahugain Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahugain Kalan is Mahugaikala.
What is the pincode of Mahugain Kalan?
The pincode of Mahugain Kalan is 825311.
What is the population of Mahugain Kalan?
Mahugain Kalan has a total population of 1,816, including 916 males and 900 females.
How many households are there in Mahugain Kalan?
There are 343 households in Mahugain Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahugain Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahugain Kalan is 58.31%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 46.11%.