Mahuganwan - Pandu, Palamu
Mahuganwan is a village situated in the Pandu subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Mahugawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuganwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuganwan is 365688. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 822132 pincode.
Mahuganwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahuganwan
As per Census 2011, Mahuganwan village has a total population of 3,708 people, consisting of 1,979 males and 1,729 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,867 literate and 1,841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuganwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,708 | 1,979 | 1,729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 346 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,317 | 710 | 607 |
| Literate Population | 1,867 | 1,163 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,841 | 816 | 1,025 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuganwan
Mahuganwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basdiha | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Khura | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Kanti | North | 1.62 km |
| Karamdih | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Jhargara | North | 1.87 km |
| Khaira | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Lotra | West | 2.69 km |
| Kushha Kajru | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Lawar Pandu | South | 2.79 km |
| Balar | South-West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuganwan
Mahuganwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Satbahini, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.7 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuganwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuganwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuganwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuganwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahuganwan
Where is Mahuganwan located?
Mahuganwan village is located in Pandu Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuganwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuganwan is Mahugawan.
What is the pincode of Mahuganwan?
The pincode of Mahuganwan is 822132.
What is the population of Mahuganwan?
Mahuganwan has a total population of 3,708, including 1,979 males and 1,729 females.
How many households are there in Mahuganwan?
There are 637 households in Mahuganwan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuganwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuganwan is 50.35%. Male literacy is 58.77% and female literacy is 40.72%.