Moiyapur - Harraiya, Basti
Moiyapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sukrauli Kunwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moiyapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moiyapur is 179113. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.86 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Moiyapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Moiyapur
According to the 2011 Census, Moiyapur village had a total population of 555 people, including 286 males and 269 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.42%, with male literacy at 63.27% and female literacy at 42.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315.
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 | 555 | 286 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 155 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 155 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 131 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Moiyapur
Moiyapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soraha | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Sukrauli Kunwar | West | 0.76 km |
| Khadava Chirai | South | 0.94 km |
| Khanwa Kunwar | East | 1.17 km |
| Lachhimanpur Kunwar | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Padari Babu | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Darrupur | East | 1.44 km |
| Bhojpur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Choraha | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Thakurpur | South | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moiyapur
Moiyapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Moiyapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Moiyapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moiyapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moiyapur 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 Moiyapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moiyapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moiyapur
Where is Moiyapur located?
Moiyapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moiyapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Moiyapur is Sukrauli Kunwar.
What is the pincode of Moiyapur?
The pincode of Moiyapur is 272131.
What is the population of Moiyapur?
Moiyapur had a total population of 555, including 286 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Moiyapur?
Moiyapur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moiyapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moiyapur was 53.42%. Male literacy was 63.27% and female literacy was 42.60%.