Mahain
Mahain is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Mahain village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mahain unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Mahain’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahain is 038345. The village spans a total geographical area of 202 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140104. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Mahain village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mahain
Population of Mahain
According to the 2011 Census, Mahain has a total population of about 1,676, with approximately 867 males and 809 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 439 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.08%, with male literacy at about 77.51% and female literacy near 66.25%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahain's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,676 | 867 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 220 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,208 | 672 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 195 | 273 |
Connectivity of Mahain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahain. As per the 2011 stats, Mahain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahain
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahain
- Where is Mahain located?
- Mahain village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahain?
- Mahain serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mahain?
- The pincode of Mahain is 140104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahain is 1,676, with 867 males and 809 females.
- How many households are there in Mahain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahain village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahain is 72.08%. The male literacy rate is 77.51%, while the female literacy rate is 66.25%.