Mahri - Belthara Road, Ballia
Mahri is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Mahri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahri is 197859. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.86 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode.
Mahri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahri
As per Census 2011, Mahri village has a total population of 1,954 people, consisting of 1,022 males and 932 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,311 literate and 643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 913 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,954 | 1,022 | 932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 477 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 781 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 241 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Mahri
Mahri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibipur Asadia | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Saidpura | North | 1.23 km |
| Tirnai Moula Rai | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Budhaipur | East | 1.42 km |
| Haibatpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Asadia | North | 1.69 km |
| Barooli | West | 1.74 km |
| Sabdalpur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Gau Bojh | North-East | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahri
Mahri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Mahri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahri 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 Mahri
Where is Mahri located?
Mahri village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahri?
Mahri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahri?
The pincode of Mahri is 221716.
What is the population of Mahri?
Mahri has a total population of 1,954, including 1,022 males and 932 females.
How many households are there in Mahri?
There are 295 households in Mahri.
What is the literacy rate in Mahri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahri is 67.09%. Male literacy is 76.42% and female literacy is 56.87%.