Itwan - Mau, Chitrakoot
Itwan is a village situated in the Mau tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mau and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chitrakoot. Itwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itwan is 156001. The village covers a total geographical area of 2973.11 hectares and falls under the 210208 pincode. Karvi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Itwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manikpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itwan
As per Census 2011, Itwan village has a total population of 8,406 people, consisting of 4,481 males and 3,925 females. The village has 1,296 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,798 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,837 literate and 4,569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,077 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Itwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,406 | 4,481 | 3,925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,798 | 938 | 860 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,077 | 1,092 | 985 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,837 | 2,393 | 1,444 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,569 | 2,088 | 2,481 |
Nearby Villages of Itwan
Itwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gauriya | West | 2.47 km |
| Deshah | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Bisaundha | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Khor | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Barachhi | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Lauri | East | 4.34 km |
| Ghunuwa | North | 4.99 km |
| Kaubara | West | 5.05 km |
| Nigdha | North-East | 5.81 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Itwan
Itwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panhai, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 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 Karvi to Itwan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitrakoot to Itwan is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Itwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itwan
Where is Itwan located?
Itwan village is located in Mau Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itwan?
Itwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Itwan?
The pincode of Itwan is 210208.
What is the population of Itwan?
Itwan has a total population of 8,406, including 4,481 males and 3,925 females.
How many households are there in Itwan?
There are 1,296 households in Itwan.
What is the literacy rate in Itwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itwan is 45.65%. Male literacy is 53.40% and female literacy is 36.79%.