Mahalgaon - Mohadi, Bhandara
Mahalgaon is a village situated in the Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohadi and around 33.5 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Mahalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahalgaon is 536834. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.37 hectares and falls under the 441909 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mahalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahalgaon
As per Census 2011, Mahalgaon village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 378 males and 367 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 378 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 321 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 57 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Mahalgaon
Mahalgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Morgaon | South | 1.46 km |
| Dongargaon | North | 2.55 km |
| Kanhalgaon | West | 2.67 km |
| Kalamna | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Dharmapuri | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Pardi | South | 3.25 km |
| Chichkheda | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Sirsoli | West | 3.63 km |
| Bhikarkheda | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Dahegaon | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahalgaon
Mahalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Praganel, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Mahalgaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Mahalgaon is about 33.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahalgaon
Where is Mahalgaon located?
Mahalgaon village is located in Mohadi Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahalgaon?
Mahalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahalgaon?
The pincode of Mahalgaon is 441909.
What is the population of Mahalgaon?
Mahalgaon has a total population of 745, including 378 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Mahalgaon?
There are 172 households in Mahalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mahalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahalgaon is 76.51%. Male literacy is 84.92% and female literacy is 67.85%.