Mahuda
Mahuda is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.3km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 33.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dubra 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 330080. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723145. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Mahuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Mahuda
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 62 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 16 | 45 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahuda village:
- The total population of Mahuda village is around 157, including approximately 78 males and 79 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Mahuda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahuda village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 138 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahuda village is about 61.15%, with male literacy at 79.49% and female literacy at 43.04%.
- There are around 32 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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahuda
- Where is Mahuda located?
- Mahuda village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahuda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahuda is Dubra (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 723145, 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 157, with 78 males and 79 females.
- How many households are there in Mahuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahuda village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahuda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahuda is 61.15%. The male literacy rate is 79.49%, while the female literacy rate is 43.04%.