Muha - Harraiya, Basti
Muha is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Banhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muha is 180198. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.4 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Muha 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 Muha
According to the 2011 Census, Muha village had a total population of 519 people, including 254 males and 265 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 75.24% and female literacy at 52.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 519 | 254 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 155 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 99 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Muha
Muha 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 Muha
Muha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Muha is about 16 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 Muha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muha
Where is Muha located?
Muha village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muha?
The Gram Panchayat of Muha is Banhra.
What is the pincode of Muha?
The pincode of Muha is 272001.
What is the population of Muha?
Muha had a total population of 519, including 254 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Muha?
Muha had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muha was 63.64%. Male literacy was 75.24% and female literacy was 52.36%.