Mahuamilan - Chandwa, Latehar
Mahuamilan is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Jamira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuamilan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuamilan is 367574. The village covers a total geographical area of 1306 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Mahuamilan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuamilan
As per Census 2011, Mahuamilan village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 1,033 males and 1,045 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 1,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,273 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuamilan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,033 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 183 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 269 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,273 | 634 | 639 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 564 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,137 | 469 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuamilan
Mahuamilan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Zamira | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Deonadia | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Rol | South | 3.29 km |
| Ardhe | West | 3.65 km |
| Marmar | East | 3.87 km |
| Bhusar | West | 4.41 km |
| Chakla | North | 4.47 km |
| Chatro | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Angara | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Loharsi | South | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuamilan
Public transport in the Mahuamilan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahuamilan, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Latehar to Mahuamilan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuamilan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuamilan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuamilan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuamilan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahuamilan
Where is Mahuamilan located?
Mahuamilan village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuamilan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuamilan is Jamira.
What is the pincode of Mahuamilan?
The pincode of Mahuamilan is 829203.
What is the population of Mahuamilan?
Mahuamilan has a total population of 2,078, including 1,033 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Mahuamilan?
There are 388 households in Mahuamilan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuamilan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuamilan is 45.28%. Male literacy is 54.60% and female literacy is 36.08%.