Mahuwa Khara - Shikarpur, Bulandshahr
Mahuwa Khara is a village situated in the Shikarpur tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikarpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahr. Mahuwa Khara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuwa Khara is 121473. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.36 hectares and falls under the 203396 pincode. Pahasu is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mahuwa Khara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahuwa Khara
As per Census 2011, Mahuwa Khara village has a total population of 1,588 people, consisting of 816 males and 772 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 638 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuwa Khara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,588 | 816 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 316 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 591 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 225 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuwa Khara
Mahuwa Khara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fazilpur | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Nagaliya Lachhamanpur | West | 1.32 km |
| Rasulgarhi | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Allipura Mubarikpur | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Pahasu (dehat) | North | 1.72 km |
| Badrampur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Ganga Garh | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Kailawali | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Fatahabad | West | 2.66 km |
| Kaneni Badrampur | East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuwa Khara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mahuwa Khara. The nearest railway station is Atrauli Road, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| 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 Pahasu to Mahuwa Khara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahr to Mahuwa Khara 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 Mahuwa Khara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuwa Khara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuwa Khara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuwa Khara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahuwa Khara
Where is Mahuwa Khara located?
Mahuwa Khara village is located in Shikarpur Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuwa Khara?
Mahuwa Khara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahuwa Khara?
The pincode of Mahuwa Khara is 203396.
What is the population of Mahuwa Khara?
Mahuwa Khara has a total population of 1,588, including 816 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Mahuwa Khara?
There are 260 households in Mahuwa Khara.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuwa Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuwa Khara is 62.03%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 51.04%.