Mahawan
Mahawan is a village located in Sohawal tehsil of Faizabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sohawal (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Faizabad. As per 2009 stats, Mahawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mahawan unique in its vibrant Sohawal-Faizabad region. You’ll see Mahawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahawan is 166311. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.76 hectares. Faizabad is nearest town to Mahawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Mahawan
Population of Mahawan
According to the 2011 Census, Mahawan has a total population of about 2,676, with approximately 1,369 males and 1,307 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 336 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,157 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.56%, with male literacy at about 69.98% and female literacy near 54.78%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,676 | 1,369 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,157 | 580 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 958 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 411 | 591 |
Connectivity of Mahawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahawan. As per the 2011 stats, Mahawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahawan
- Where is Mahawan located?
- Mahawan village is situated in Sohawal Tehsil, within the Faizabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahawan?
- Mahawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mahawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahawan is 2,676, with 1,369 males and 1,307 females.
- How many households are there in Mahawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahawan village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahawan is 62.56%. The male literacy rate is 69.98%, while the female literacy rate is 54.78%.