Mahu - Sironj, Vidisha
Mahu is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Mahu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahu is 480673. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.82 hectares and falls under the 464228 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahu
According to the 2011 Census, Mahu village had a total population of 863 people, including 457 males and 406 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.27%, with male literacy at 21.17% and female literacy at 12.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 863 | 457 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 98 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 76 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 381 | 367 |
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 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Mahu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Mahu 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 Sironj 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 464228.
What is the population of Mahu?
Mahu had a total population of 863, including 457 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Mahu?
Mahu had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahu was 17.27%. Male literacy was 21.17% and female literacy was 12.70%.