Mahua - Rudhauli, Basti
Mahua is a village situated in the Rudhauli tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudhauli and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Dandwapanday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahua is 181691. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.3 hectares and falls under the 272126 pincode. Bansi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahua
According to the 2011 Census, Mahua village had a total population of 745 people, including 401 males and 344 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.06%, with male literacy at 65.78% and female literacy at 44.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 745 | 401 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 223 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 178 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Mahua
Mahua 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 Mahua
Mahua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansi to Mahua is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Mahua is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahua 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahua
Where is Mahua located?
Mahua village is located in Rudhauli Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahua?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahua is Dandwapanday.
What is the pincode of Mahua?
The pincode of Mahua is 272126.
What is the population of Mahua?
Mahua had a total population of 745, including 401 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Mahua?
Mahua had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahua was 56.06%. Male literacy was 65.78% and female literacy was 44.93%.