Mahra - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Mahra is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Prakash Pur Mahura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahra is 207096. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.49 hectares and falls under the 232105 pincode. Mugalsarai is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Mahra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahra
As per Census 2011, Mahra village has a total population of 2,522 people, consisting of 1,320 males and 1,202 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,588 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,522 | 1,320 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 192 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 215 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,588 | 937 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 383 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Mahra
Mahra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodhva | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Alamkhatopur | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Karjara | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Madhopur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Mangalpur | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Barhan | South | 2.05 km |
| Silauta | West | 2.11 km |
| Awti | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Medhan | East | 2.87 km |
| Shitalpur | South-West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahra
The nearest railway station is Dheena, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mugalsarai to Mahra is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Mahra is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Mahra
Where is Mahra located?
Mahra village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahra is Prakash Pur Mahura.
What is the pincode of Mahra?
The pincode of Mahra is 232105.
What is the population of Mahra?
Mahra has a total population of 2,522, including 1,320 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Mahra?
There are 371 households in Mahra.
What is the literacy rate in Mahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahra is 62.97%. Male literacy is 70.98% and female literacy is 54.16%.