Machaua Babu Village - Harraiya, Basti
Machaua Babu is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Majhauwa Babu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machaua Babu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machaua Babu is 179709. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.32 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Machaua Babu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machaua Babu
As per Census 2011, Machaua Babu village has a total population of 931 people, consisting of 456 males and 475 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machaua Babu are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 456 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 324 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 132 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Machaua Babu
Machaua Babu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonwarasa Tappa Puraina | South | 0.55 km |
| Sir Sothi | East | 0.65 km |
| Fardapur | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Chhavia Rajai | South | 0.86 km |
| Lala Jot | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Dhanewa Mau | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Parsaunda | East | 1.15 km |
| Khamariya Ganga Ram | West | 1.23 km |
| Dwapiya Shukul | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Panera Bhari | West | 1.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machaua Babu
Machaua Babu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Basti to Machaua Babu is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Machaua Babu is about 28 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 Machaua Babu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machaua Babu 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 Machaua Babu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machaua Babu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machaua Babu
Where is Machaua Babu located?
Machaua Babu village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machaua Babu?
The Gram Panchayat of Machaua Babu is Majhauwa Babu.
What is the pincode of Machaua Babu?
The pincode of Machaua Babu is 272155.
What is the population of Machaua Babu?
Machaua Babu has a total population of 931, including 456 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Machaua Babu?
There are 139 households in Machaua Babu.
What is the literacy rate in Machaua Babu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machaua Babu is 64.77%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 58.74%.