Mahuwa Khera - Khanpur, Jhalawar
Mahuwa Khera is a village situated in the Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Akawad Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuwa Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuwa Khera is 103958. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.59 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Mahuwa Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuwa Khera
As per Census 2011, Mahuwa Khera village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 462 males and 432 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 709 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuwa Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 462 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 81 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 709 | 363 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 223 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 239 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuwa Khera
Mahuwa Khera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neem Thoor | North | 1.26 km |
| Chandaliya | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Hatola | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Akawad Khurd | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Bhoomri | West | 2.11 km |
| Hanwat Khera | North | 2.12 km |
| Irli | South | 2.56 km |
| Bal Khoh | North | 2.59 km |
| Hatoli | East | 3.20 km |
| Sukh Baredi | South | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuwa Khera
Mahuwa Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salpura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Mahuwa Khera is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Mahuwa Khera is about 66 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 Mahuwa Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuwa Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuwa Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuwa Khera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mahuwa Khera
Where is Mahuwa Khera located?
Mahuwa Khera village is located in Khanpur Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuwa Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuwa Khera is Akawad Khurd.
What is the pincode of Mahuwa Khera?
The pincode of Mahuwa Khera is 326033.
What is the population of Mahuwa Khera?
Mahuwa Khera has a total population of 894, including 462 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Mahuwa Khera?
There are 186 households in Mahuwa Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuwa Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuwa Khera is 34.68%. Male literacy is 48.27% and female literacy is 20.14%.