Medua - Ramsanehighat, Bara Banki
Medua is a village situated in the Ramsanehighat tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsanehighat and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Mendhuva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medua is 165165. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.54 hectares and falls under the 225405 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Medua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medua
As per Census 2011, Medua village has a total population of 4,293 people, consisting of 2,233 males and 2,060 females. The village has 754 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 694 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,214 literate and 2,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,293 | 2,233 | 2,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 694 | 348 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,160 | 1,132 | 1,028 |
| Literate Population | 2,214 | 1,362 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,079 | 871 | 1,208 |
Nearby Villages of Medua
Medua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laloopur | South | 1.68 km |
| Kithoori | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Lalpur Rajpur | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Hoose Pur | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Kotawa Sarak | East | 2.42 km |
| Chhandwal | North | 2.53 km |
| Deokali | West | 2.76 km |
| Ahamad Pur | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Sohil | East | 3.17 km |
| Lohar Pur | West | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medua
Medua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saidkhanpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barabanki to Medua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Medua is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medua 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 Medua
Where is Medua located?
Medua village is located in Ramsanehighat Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medua?
The Gram Panchayat of Medua is Mendhuva.
What is the pincode of Medua?
The pincode of Medua is 225405.
What is the population of Medua?
Medua has a total population of 4,293, including 2,233 males and 2,060 females.
How many households are there in Medua?
There are 754 households in Medua.
What is the literacy rate in Medua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medua is 51.57%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 41.36%.