Mahola - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Mahola is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Mahauli Jangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahola is 055895. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.9 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mahola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahola
As per Census 2011, Mahola village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 174 males and 187 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 174 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 72 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Mahola
Mahola 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 Mahola
Public transport in the Mahola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mahola.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Mahola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Mahola is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahola
Where is Mahola located?
Mahola village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahola?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahola is Mahauli Jangal.
What is the pincode of Mahola?
The pincode of Mahola is 262401.
What is the population of Mahola?
Mahola has a total population of 361, including 174 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Mahola?
There are 67 households in Mahola.
What is the literacy rate in Mahola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahola is 53.46%. Male literacy is 58.62% and female literacy is 48.66%.