Munderwa - Harraiya, Basti
Munderwa is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Kurthiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munderwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munderwa is 179525. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.75 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Munderwa 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 Munderwa
As per Census 2011, Munderwa village has a total population of 257 people, consisting of 112 males and 145 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,294 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munderwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 257 | 112 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 22 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 63 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 83 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Munderwa
Munderwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basevarai | West | 0.82 km |
| Kurthiya | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Shekha Deeh | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Senduriya Misra | South | 1.61 km |
| Pitpur Tappa Purana | East | 1.81 km |
| Basewa Pande | West | 1.81 km |
| Manikpur | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Daharha Misra | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Senduriya Kunvar | South | 1.91 km |
| Bemnaha | South-West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munderwa
The nearest railway station is Parsa Tewari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | 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 Munderwa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Munderwa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Munderwa
Where is Munderwa located?
Munderwa village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munderwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Munderwa is Kurthiya.
What is the pincode of Munderwa?
The pincode of Munderwa is 272130.
What is the population of Munderwa?
Munderwa has a total population of 257, including 112 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Munderwa?
There are 47 households in Munderwa.
What is the literacy rate in Munderwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munderwa is 17.51%. Male literacy is 25.89% and female literacy is 11.03%.