Mahudipada Kalan - Petlawad, Jhabua
Mahudipada Kalan is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Mahudipada Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahudipada Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahudipada Kalan is 504326. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.11 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Mahudipada Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahudipada Kalan
As per Census 2011, Mahudipada Kalan village has a total population of 821 people, consisting of 416 males and 405 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 805 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahudipada Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 416 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 401 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 148 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 268 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Mahudipada Kalan
Mahudipada Kalan 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 Mahudipada Kalan
Mahudipada Kalan 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Mahudipada Kalan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Mahudipada Kalan 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 Mahudipada Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahudipada Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahudipada Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahudipada Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahudipada Kalan
Where is Mahudipada Kalan located?
Mahudipada Kalan village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahudipada Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahudipada Kalan is Mahudipada Kala.
What is the pincode of Mahudipada Kalan?
The pincode of Mahudipada Kalan is 457773.
What is the population of Mahudipada Kalan?
Mahudipada Kalan has a total population of 821, including 416 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Mahudipada Kalan?
There are 190 households in Mahudipada Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahudipada Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahudipada Kalan is 29.84%. Male literacy is 35.58% and female literacy is 23.95%.