Mau - Nurpur, Kangra
Mau is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Punder serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mau is 008634. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.8 hectares and falls under the 176205 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Mau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mau
As per Census 2011, Mau village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 204 males and 226 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 204 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 157 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 47 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Mau
Mau 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 Mau
Mau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mau.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Mau is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mau
Where is Mau located?
Mau village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mau?
The Gram Panchayat of Mau is Punder.
What is the pincode of Mau?
The pincode of Mau is 176205.
What is the population of Mau?
Mau has a total population of 430, including 204 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Mau?
There are 94 households in Mau.
What is the literacy rate in Mau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mau is 73.72%. Male literacy is 76.96% and female literacy is 70.80%.