Moharba - Nanpara, Bahraich
Moharba is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Moharba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moharba is 171570. The village covers a total geographical area of 826.18 hectares and falls under the 271882 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Moharba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moharba
As per Census 2011, Moharba village has a total population of 7,443 people, consisting of 3,975 males and 3,468 females. The village has 1,175 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,674 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,534 literate and 5,909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,037 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moharba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,443 | 3,975 | 3,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,674 | 870 | 804 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,037 | 544 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 1,534 | 1,071 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,909 | 2,904 | 3,005 |
Nearby Villages of Moharba
Moharba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jokaha | East | 2.27 km |
| Pure Alast Khan | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Bhadwara | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Mohammadpur Khurd | North | 2.89 km |
| Lakshamanpur Shankarpur | North | 3.24 km |
| Madara Gari | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Bulbul Newaj | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Amwa Molbi | West | 3.53 km |
| Lila Para | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Maharatha | South | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moharba
Moharba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matera, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Moharba is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Moharba is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moharba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moharba 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moharba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moharba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Moharba
Where is Moharba located?
Moharba village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moharba?
Moharba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moharba?
The pincode of Moharba is 271882.
What is the population of Moharba?
Moharba has a total population of 7,443, including 3,975 males and 3,468 females.
How many households are there in Moharba?
There are 1,175 households in Moharba.
What is the literacy rate in Moharba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moharba is 20.61%. Male literacy is 26.94% and female literacy is 13.35%.