Mau - Sirmour, Rewa
Mau is a village situated in the Sirmour tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirmour and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Mau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mau is 465475. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.79 hectares and falls under the 486448 pincode. Rewa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
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 Sirmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mau
As per Census 2011, Mau village has a total population of 1,377 people, consisting of 704 males and 673 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,377 | 704 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 127 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 122 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 495 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 209 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Mau
Mau is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amanaudhiya | South | 1.20 km |
| Badaraotiwariyan | East | 1.55 km |
| Dol | West | 1.93 km |
| Gahanauwa | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Badarao Gautaman | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Mahari | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Dihi | South | 2.24 km |
| Sagra | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Khairhan | East | 3.15 km |
| Kochari | North | 3.37 km |
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 Rewa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rewa to Mau is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mau
Where is Mau located?
Mau village is located in Sirmour Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mau?
Mau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mau?
The pincode of Mau is 486448.
What is the population of Mau?
Mau has a total population of 1,377, including 704 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Mau?
There are 401 households in Mau.
What is the literacy rate in Mau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mau is 62.75%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 54.83%.