Mahu - Nateran, Vidisha
Mahu is a village situated in the Nateran tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nateran and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Mahu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahu is 481455. The village covers a total geographical area of 1365.08 hectares and falls under the 464221 pincode. Vidisha is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Mahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahu
As per Census 2011, Mahu village has a total population of 2,353 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,099 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,017 literate and 1,336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,353 | 1,254 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 243 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 217 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 656 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,336 | 598 | 738 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Mahu has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vidisha to Mahu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahu
Where is Mahu located?
Mahu village is located in Nateran Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahu?
Mahu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahu?
The pincode of Mahu is 464221.
What is the population of Mahu?
Mahu has a total population of 2,353, including 1,254 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Mahu?
There are 506 households in Mahu.
What is the literacy rate in Mahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahu is 43.22%. Male literacy is 52.31% and female literacy is 32.85%.