Mahgaon - Pindra, Varanasi
Mahgaon is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. Mahgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahgaon is 208672. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.15 hectares and falls under the 221208 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Mahgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahgaon village had a total population of 4,190 people, including 2,058 males and 2,132 females, living in 637 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.03%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 69.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 671, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 4,190 | 2,058 | 2,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 562 | 292 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 339 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 2,831 | 1,536 | 1,295 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,359 | 522 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Mahgaon
Mahgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saray Shekhlad | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Gadar | West | 1.53 km |
| Garthma | South | 1.54 km |
| Khanuan | East | 1.63 km |
| Mohanpoor | South | 1.71 km |
| Shivpur | North | 1.72 km |
| Chakarma | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Tilmapur | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Laskarpur | East | 2.27 km |
| Bhatpurwan | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahgaon
Mahgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Mahgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahgaon
Where is Mahgaon located?
Mahgaon village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahgaon?
Mahgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahgaon?
The pincode of Mahgaon is 221208.
What is the population of Mahgaon?
Mahgaon had a total population of 4,190, including 2,058 males and 2,132 females.
How many households are there in Mahgaon?
Mahgaon had 637 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahgaon was 78.03%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 69.55%.