Majhova - Harraiya, Basti
Majhova is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Kishunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhova village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhova is 178956. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.64 hectares and falls under the 272163 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Majhova 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 Majhova
According to the 2011 Census, Majhova village had a total population of 331 people, including 154 males and 177 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.62%, with male literacy at 57.72% and female literacy at 35.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 154 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 83 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Majhova
Majhova 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 Majhova
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Majhova is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Majhova is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Majhova
Where is Majhova located?
Majhova village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhova?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhova is Kishunpur.
What is the pincode of Majhova?
The pincode of Majhova is 272163.
What is the population of Majhova?
Majhova had a total population of 331, including 154 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Majhova?
Majhova had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhova?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhova was 45.62%. Male literacy was 57.72% and female literacy was 35.76%.