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
According to the 2011 Census, Mahudipada Kalan village had a total population of 821 people, including 416 males and 405 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.89%, with male literacy at 47.59% and female literacy at 30.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 805.
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 | 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 had a total population of 821, including 416 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Mahudipada Kalan?
Mahudipada Kalan had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahudipada Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahudipada Kalan was 38.89%. Male literacy was 47.59% and female literacy was 30.41%.