Mahelu - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Mahelu is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mehalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahelu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahelu is 505558. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.79 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Mahelu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahelu
As per Census 2011, Mahelu village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 490 males and 496 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 904 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahelu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 490 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 114 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 904 | 445 | 459 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 333 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Mahelu
Mahelu 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 Mahelu
Mahelu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chanera(harsud) to Mahelu is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Mahelu is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahelu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahelu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahelu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahelu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahelu
Where is Mahelu located?
Mahelu village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahelu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahelu is Mehalu.
What is the pincode of Mahelu?
The pincode of Mahelu is 450001.
What is the population of Mahelu?
Mahelu has a total population of 986, including 490 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Mahelu?
There are 155 households in Mahelu.
What is the literacy rate in Mahelu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahelu is 31.03%. Male literacy is 32.04% and female literacy is 30.04%.