Moha - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Moha is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from Jamkhed and around 85 km from Ahmadnagar. Moha village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moha is 558639. The village covers a total geographical area of 1259.5 hectares and falls under the 413201 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Moha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moha
According to the 2011 Census, Moha village had a total population of 2,681 people, including 1,398 males and 1,283 females, living in 558 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.45%, with male literacy at 77.83% and female literacy at 52.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 427, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 2,681 | 1,398 | 1,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 198 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 217 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 934 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 464 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Moha
Moha 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 Moha
Public transport in the Moha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Moha is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moha
Where is Moha located?
Moha village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Moha?
Moha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moha?
The pincode of Moha is 413201.
What is the population of Moha?
Moha had a total population of 2,681, including 1,398 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Moha?
Moha had 558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moha was 65.45%. Male literacy was 77.83% and female literacy was 52.22%.