Mahuari - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Mahuari is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuari is 365563. The village covers a total geographical area of 778 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Mahuari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahuari
As per Census 2011, Mahuari village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 443 males and 380 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 443 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 188 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 281 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 162 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuari
Mahuari 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 Mahuari
Mahuari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mahuari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Mahuari is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahuari
Where is Mahuari located?
Mahuari village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuari?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuari is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Mahuari?
The pincode of Mahuari is 822113.
What is the population of Mahuari?
Mahuari has a total population of 823, including 443 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Mahuari?
There are 214 households in Mahuari.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuari is 58.57%. Male literacy is 63.43% and female literacy is 52.89%.