Mahu - Raghogarh, Guna
Mahu is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghogarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Bada Amalya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahu is 499311. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 473110 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahu
As per Census 2011, Mahu village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 297 males and 256 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 297 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 159 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 138 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Mahu
Mahu 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 Mahu
Mahu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Mahu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Mahu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahu
Where is Mahu located?
Mahu village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahu is Bada Amalya.
What is the pincode of Mahu?
The pincode of Mahu is 473110.
What is the population of Mahu?
Mahu has a total population of 553, including 297 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Mahu?
There are 140 households in Mahu.
What is the literacy rate in Mahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahu is 43.58%. Male literacy is 53.54% and female literacy is 32.03%.