Mahuwa - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Mahuwa is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Mahuwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuwa is 194754. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.11 hectares and falls under the 223222 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Mahuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuwa
As per Census 2011, Mahuwa village has a total population of 1,723 people, consisting of 821 males and 902 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,099 literate and 624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,723 | 821 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 168 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 217 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 550 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 271 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuwa
Mahuwa 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 Mahuwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahuwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Mahuwa is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuwa 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 Mahuwa
Where is Mahuwa located?
Mahuwa village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuwa?
Mahuwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahuwa?
The pincode of Mahuwa is 223222.
What is the population of Mahuwa?
Mahuwa has a total population of 1,723, including 821 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Mahuwa?
There are 242 households in Mahuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuwa is 63.78%. Male literacy is 66.99% and female literacy is 60.86%.