Mahaka - Atrauli, Aligarh
Mahaka is a village situated in the Atrauli tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atrauli and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Panihara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahaka is 122084. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.19 hectares and falls under the 202131 pincode. Atrauli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mahaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atrauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahaka
According to the 2011 Census, Mahaka village had a total population of 395 people, including 222 males and 173 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 779 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.18%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 52.03%.
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 | 395 | 222 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 174 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 48 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Mahaka
Mahaka 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 Mahaka
Mahaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Atrauli to Mahaka is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Mahaka is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahaka 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahaka
Where is Mahaka located?
Mahaka village is located in Atrauli Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahaka is Panihara.
What is the pincode of Mahaka?
The pincode of Mahaka is 202131.
What is the population of Mahaka?
Mahaka had a total population of 395, including 222 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Mahaka?
Mahaka had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahaka was 73.18%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 52.03%.