Kadwa Mahu - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Kadwa Mahu is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Kadwamahu serves as the Village Panchayat for Kadwa Mahu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadwa Mahu is 525157. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.74 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kadwa Mahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadwa Mahu
According to the 2011 Census, Kadwa Mahu village had a total population of 861 people, including 421 males and 440 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.63%, with male literacy at 74.46% and female literacy at 57.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 858.
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 | 861 | 421 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 858 | 421 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 277 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 144 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Kadwa Mahu
Kadwa 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 Kadwa Mahu
Kadwa Mahu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talode to Kadwa Mahu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Kadwa Mahu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadwa Mahu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadwa Mahu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kadwa 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 Kadwa 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 Kadwa Mahu
Where is Kadwa Mahu located?
Kadwa Mahu village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kadwa Mahu?
The Village Panchayat of Kadwa Mahu is Kadwamahu.
What is the pincode of Kadwa Mahu?
The pincode of Kadwa Mahu is 425419.
What is the population of Kadwa Mahu?
Kadwa Mahu had a total population of 861, including 421 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Kadwa Mahu?
Kadwa Mahu had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadwa Mahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadwa Mahu was 65.63%. Male literacy was 74.46% and female literacy was 57.32%.