Mau - Banda, Sagar
Mau is a village situated in the Banda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banda and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Rakhsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mau is 460177. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.76 hectares and falls under the 470335 pincode. Sagar is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Banda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Damoh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mau
As per Census 2011, Mau village has a total population of 824 people, consisting of 442 males and 382 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 412 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 824 | 442 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 81 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 267 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 175 | 237 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baheriya | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Chitauli | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Ramupura | East | 2.22 km |
| Belkhader | South | 2.29 km |
| Chitauwa | North | 2.37 km |
| Rakhsi | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Lalai | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Mataya | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Khadera Khurd | South | 3.69 km |
| Kadera Belkhader | South | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mau
Mau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Makronia, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sagar to Mau is about 27 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mau
Where is Mau located?
Mau village is located in Banda Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mau?
The Gram Panchayat of Mau is Rakhsi.
What is the pincode of Mau?
The pincode of Mau is 470335.
What is the population of Mau?
Mau has a total population of 824, including 442 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Mau?
There are 173 households in Mau.
What is the literacy rate in Mau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mau is 50.00%. Male literacy is 60.41% and female literacy is 37.96%.