Mahammadkhanikhar - Mhasla, Raigad
Mahammadkhanikhar is a village situated in the Mhasla tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Mhasla and around 90 km from Alibag. Vave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahammadkhanikhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahammadkhanikhar is 554948. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 402101 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mahammadkhanikhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahammadkhanikhar
According to the 2011 Census, Mahammadkhanikhar village had a total population of 1,176 people, including 600 males and 576 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.75%, with male literacy at 94.40% and female literacy at 76.66%.
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 | 1,176 | 600 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 523 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 77 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Mahammadkhanikhar
Mahammadkhanikhar 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 Mahammadkhanikhar
Mahammadkhanikhar 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 Shrivardhan to Mahammadkhanikhar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Mahammadkhanikhar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahammadkhanikhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahammadkhanikhar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahammadkhanikhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahammadkhanikhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahammadkhanikhar
Where is Mahammadkhanikhar located?
Mahammadkhanikhar village is located in Mhasla Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahammadkhanikhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahammadkhanikhar is Vave.
What is the pincode of Mahammadkhanikhar?
The pincode of Mahammadkhanikhar is 402101.
What is the population of Mahammadkhanikhar?
Mahammadkhanikhar had a total population of 1,176, including 600 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Mahammadkhanikhar?
Mahammadkhanikhar had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahammadkhanikhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahammadkhanikhar was 85.75%. Male literacy was 94.40% and female literacy was 76.66%.