Mahsi - Mahasi, Bahraich
Mahsi is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahasi and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Mahsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahsi is 171688. The village covers a total geographical area of 986.5 hectares and falls under the 271824 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Mahsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahsi
As per Census 2011, Mahsi village has a total population of 8,987 people, consisting of 4,791 males and 4,196 females. The village has 1,699 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,703 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,950 literate and 6,037 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,008 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,987 | 4,791 | 4,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,703 | 878 | 825 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,008 | 551 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 2,950 | 1,836 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,037 | 2,955 | 3,082 |
Nearby Villages of Mahsi
Mahsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Kuber Panday | North | 1.81 km |
| Sigiyansirpur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Narkotwa | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Nakawa | South | 2.44 km |
| Belhaura | South | 2.62 km |
| Pure Deldar Singh | West | 2.76 km |
| Pure Ganga Prasad | North | 3.18 km |
| Pure Sita Ram | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Pure Basti Gaderiya | West | 3.26 km |
| Banjariya | North-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahsi
Mahsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Risia, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Mahsi is about 33 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 Mahsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahsi
Where is Mahsi located?
Mahsi village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahsi?
Mahsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahsi?
The pincode of Mahsi is 271824.
What is the population of Mahsi?
Mahsi has a total population of 8,987, including 4,791 males and 4,196 females.
How many households are there in Mahsi?
There are 1,699 households in Mahsi.
What is the literacy rate in Mahsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahsi is 32.83%. Male literacy is 38.32% and female literacy is 26.55%.