Mahuwari - Harraiya, Basti
Mahuwari is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Manjhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuwari is 180242. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.41 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mahuwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuwari
As per Census 2011, Mahuwari village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 365 males and 374 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 365 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 224 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 141 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuwari
Mahuwari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuwari
Public transport in the Mahuwari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Mahuwari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuwari 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuwari 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 Mahuwari
Where is Mahuwari located?
Mahuwari village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuwari is Manjhariya.
What is the pincode of Mahuwari?
The pincode of Mahuwari is 272131.
What is the population of Mahuwari?
Mahuwari has a total population of 739, including 365 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Mahuwari?
There are 139 households in Mahuwari.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuwari is 53.18%. Male literacy is 61.37% and female literacy is 45.19%.