Mahukhadi - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Mahukhadi is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Moramba serves as the Village Panchayat for Mahukhadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahukhadi is 525108. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.95 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Mahukhadi 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 Mahukhadi
According to the 2011 Census, Mahukhadi village had a total population of 884 people, including 454 males and 430 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.14%, with male literacy at 68.19% and female literacy at 53.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 884.
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 | 884 | 454 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 884 | 454 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 268 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 186 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Mahukhadi
Mahukhadi 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 Mahukhadi
Mahukhadi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Mahukhadi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Mahukhadi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahukhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahukhadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahukhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahukhadi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahukhadi
Where is Mahukhadi located?
Mahukhadi village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mahukhadi?
The Village Panchayat of Mahukhadi is Moramba.
What is the pincode of Mahukhadi?
The pincode of Mahukhadi is 425419.
What is the population of Mahukhadi?
Mahukhadi had a total population of 884, including 454 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Mahukhadi?
Mahukhadi had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahukhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahukhadi was 61.14%. Male literacy was 68.19% and female literacy was 53.83%.