Maharuara - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Maharuara is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Maharuara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharuara is 206955. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.7 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maharuara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maharuara
As per Census 2011, Maharuara village has a total population of 2,149 people, consisting of 1,098 males and 1,051 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,210 literate and 939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maharuara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,149 | 1,098 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 731 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 939 | 367 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Maharuara
Maharuara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Derwan Kala | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Nichoopur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Kawar | North | 1.24 km |
| Markania | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Daulatpur | East | 1.53 km |
| Kharra | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Parasarampur | South | 1.95 km |
| Handa | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Gobrha | West | 2.21 km |
| Pakari | North | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maharuara
Maharuara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Eocm, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Maharuara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Maharuara is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maharuara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharuara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maharuara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharuara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maharuara
Where is Maharuara located?
Maharuara village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maharuara?
Maharuara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maharuara?
The pincode of Maharuara is 232109.
What is the population of Maharuara?
Maharuara has a total population of 2,149, including 1,098 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Maharuara?
There are 333 households in Maharuara.
What is the literacy rate in Maharuara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharuara is 56.31%. Male literacy is 66.58% and female literacy is 45.58%.