Mandaur - Mau, Chitrakoot
Mandaur is a village situated in the Mau tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mau and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chitrakoot. Mandaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandaur is 156023. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 210209 pincode. Kervi is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Mandaur 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 Mandaur
As per Census 2011, Mandaur village has a total population of 3,460 people, consisting of 1,832 males and 1,628 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,984 literate and 1,476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 818 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,460 | 1,832 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 299 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 818 | 458 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,984 | 1,192 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,476 | 640 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Mandaur
Mandaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhandhaura | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Dubari | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Mawai Kalan Mustkil | East | 1.67 km |
| Bambura | West | 2.23 km |
| Tadi Mustkil | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Barwar Mustkil | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Mawai Kalan Ahatmali | East | 2.83 km |
| Biyawal Mustkil | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Dhawada | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Mau Ahatmali | South-East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandaur
Mandaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kataiya Dandi, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 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 Kervi to Mandaur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitrakoot to Mandaur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandaur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandaur
Where is Mandaur located?
Mandaur village is located in Mau Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandaur?
Mandaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandaur?
The pincode of Mandaur is 210209.
What is the population of Mandaur?
Mandaur has a total population of 3,460, including 1,832 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Mandaur?
There are 530 households in Mandaur.
What is the literacy rate in Mandaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandaur is 57.34%. Male literacy is 65.07% and female literacy is 48.65%.