Mahlon - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Mahlon is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Mehlon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahlon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahlon is 033449. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 141112 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Mahlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahlon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahlon village had a total population of 606 people, including 316 males and 290 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 83.39% and female literacy at 74.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
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 | 606 | 316 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 168 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 231 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 85 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Mahlon
Mahlon 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 Mahlon
Mahlon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahlon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Mahlon is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahlon 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahlon 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 Mahlon
Where is Mahlon located?
Mahlon village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahlon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahlon is Mehlon.
What is the pincode of Mahlon?
The pincode of Mahlon is 141112.
What is the population of Mahlon?
Mahlon had a total population of 606, including 316 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Mahlon?
Mahlon had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahlon was 79.25%. Male literacy was 83.39% and female literacy was 74.70%.