Mahugain - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Mahugain is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Chhatarpur. Dinadag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahugain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahugain is 365443. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.82 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Mahugain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahugain
According to the 2011 Census, Mahugain village had a total population of 648 people, including 332 males and 316 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.45%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 63.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | 332 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 217 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 115 | 149 |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahugain
Mahugain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Mahugain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahugain 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 Mahugain
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 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mahugain
Where is Mahugain located?
Mahugain village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahugain?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahugain is Dinadag.
What is the pincode of Mahugain?
The pincode of Mahugain is 822113.
What is the population of Mahugain?
Mahugain had a total population of 648, including 332 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Mahugain?
Mahugain had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahugain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahugain was 72.45%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 63.74%.