Talwapur Mafi - Harraiya, Basti
Talwapur Mafi is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Pawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwapur Mafi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwapur Mafi is 179801. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.62 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talwapur Mafi 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 Talwapur Mafi
According to the 2011 Census, Talwapur Mafi village had a total population of 668 people, including 317 males and 351 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.58%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 49.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 668 | 317 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 134 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 209 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 108 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Talwapur Mafi
Talwapur Mafi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basthanhwa | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Harewa Shukul | East | 1.00 km |
| Ranipur Basyanwa | West | 1.06 km |
| Halwaiya Chak | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Baneriya | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Pawer | South | 1.32 km |
| Jayantipur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Kuwarapur | East | 1.59 km |
| Rikhipur | West | 1.78 km |
| Riwa | West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwapur Mafi
Talwapur Mafi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 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 Talwapur Mafi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Talwapur Mafi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwapur Mafi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwapur Mafi 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 Talwapur Mafi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwapur Mafi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwapur Mafi
Where is Talwapur Mafi located?
Talwapur Mafi village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwapur Mafi?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwapur Mafi is Pawan.
What is the pincode of Talwapur Mafi?
The pincode of Talwapur Mafi is 272129.
What is the population of Talwapur Mafi?
Talwapur Mafi had a total population of 668, including 317 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Talwapur Mafi?
Talwapur Mafi had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwapur Mafi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwapur Mafi was 61.58%. Male literacy was 74.64% and female literacy was 49.50%.