Mahuda

Mahuda is a village located in Jhalda Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 33.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Hirapuradardih is the gram panchayat of Mahuda village.

Mahuda has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahuda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahuda is 331487. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723213. Jhalda is nearest town to Mahuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Mahuda

Below is a concise population overview of Mahuda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 618 304 314
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 53 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 81 41 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 271 169 102
Illiterate Population 347 135 212

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahuda village:

  • The total population of Mahuda village is around 618, including approximately 304 males and 314 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Mahuda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahuda village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahuda village is about 43.85%, with male literacy at 55.59% and female literacy at 32.48%.
  • There are around 117 households in Mahuda village.

Connectivity of Mahuda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahuda. As per the 2011 stats, Mahuda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahuda

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahuda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahuda.

Katia Bartalia Raghunathpur Basudebpur Mutukura Hirapur Hudurgara Poradi Kuriyam Nischintapur Lalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahuda

Where is Mahuda located?
Mahuda village is situated in Jhalda Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuda is Hirapuradardih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahuda?
The pincode of Mahuda is 723213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahuda is 618, with 304 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Mahuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahuda village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahuda is 43.85%. The male literacy rate is 55.59%, while the female literacy rate is 32.48%.