Mahugawan
Mahugawan is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Mahugaona is the gram panchayat of Mahugawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahugawan unique in its vibrant Chainpur-Palamu region. You’ll see Mahugawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahugawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahugawan is 366694. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822110. Chainpur is nearest town to Mahugawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mahugawan
Population of Mahugawan
According to the 2011 Census, Mahugawan has a total population of about 2,698, with approximately 1,417 males and 1,281 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 804 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.67%, with male literacy at about 69.30% and female literacy near 51.13%. There are around 479 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahugawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,698 | 1,417 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 241 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 804 | 434 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,637 | 982 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 435 | 626 |
Connectivity of Mahugawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahugawan. As per the 2011 stats, Mahugawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahugawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahugawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahugawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahugawan
- Where is Mahugawan located?
- Mahugawan village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahugawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahugawan is Mahugaona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahugawan?
- The pincode of Mahugawan is 822110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahugawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahugawan is 2,698, with 1,417 males and 1,281 females.
- How many households are there in Mahugawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahugawan village has a total of 479 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahugawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahugawan is 60.67%. The male literacy rate is 69.30%, while the female literacy rate is 51.13%.