Mahulbani - Sankrail, Jhargram
Mahulbani is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Dhanghori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahulbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahulbani is 341168. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.64 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahulbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahulbani
According to the 2011 Census, Mahulbani village had a total population of 255 people, including 131 males and 124 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 255 | 131 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 37 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Mahulbani
Mahulbani 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 Mahulbani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mahulbani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Mahulbani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahulbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahulbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahulbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahulbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahulbani
Where is Mahulbani located?
Mahulbani village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahulbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahulbani is Dhanghori.
What is the pincode of Mahulbani?
The pincode of Mahulbani is 721516.
What is the population of Mahulbani?
Mahulbani had a total population of 255, including 131 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Mahulbani?
Mahulbani had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahulbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahulbani was 73.08%. Male literacy was 77.05% and female literacy was 68.75%.