Mahilong
Mahilong is a village located in Namkum subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Namkum (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Mahilong village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mahilong unique in its vibrant Namkum-Ranchi region. You’ll see Mahilong’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 Mahilong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahilong is 373963. The village spans a total geographical area of 799.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835204. Namkum is nearest town to Mahilong village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Mahilong village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mahilong
Population of Mahilong
According to the 2011 Census, Mahilong has a total population of about 4,371, with approximately 2,225 males and 2,146 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 594 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 414 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,859. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.02%, with male literacy at about 73.26% and female literacy near 56.48%. There are around 917 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahilong's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,371 | 2,225 | 2,146 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 317 | 277 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 199 | 215 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,859 | 920 | 939 |
Literate Population | 2,842 | 1,630 | 1,212 |
Illiterate Population | 1,529 | 595 | 934 |
Connectivity of Mahilong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahilong. As per the 2011 stats, Mahilong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahilong
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahilong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahilong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahilong
- Where is Mahilong located?
- Mahilong village is situated in Namkum Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahilong?
- Mahilong serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mahilong?
- The pincode of Mahilong is 835204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahilong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahilong is 4,371, with 2,225 males and 2,146 females.
- How many households are there in Mahilong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahilong village has a total of 917 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahilong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahilong is 65.02%. The male literacy rate is 73.26%, while the female literacy rate is 56.48%.