Moudhia - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Moudhia is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Moudhia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moudhia is 203848. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.09 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Moudhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moudhia
As per Census 2011, Moudhia village has a total population of 3,300 people, consisting of 1,644 males and 1,656 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 1,451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moudhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,300 | 1,644 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 282 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 178 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,065 | 784 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,451 | 579 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of Moudhia
Moudhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karamda Pur | East | 0.92 km |
| Kundasipur | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Chak Sajida | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Paharpur Khurd | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Zaddutara | East | 2.03 km |
| Samogar | East | 2.04 km |
| Pahalatola | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Bisunpur Tarwa | North | 2.13 km |
| Barawa Khurd | West | 2.17 km |
| Kandhpur | South | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moudhia
Moudhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Moudhia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Moudhia is about 40 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 Moudhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moudhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moudhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moudhia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Moudhia
Where is Moudhia located?
Moudhia village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moudhia?
Moudhia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moudhia?
The pincode of Moudhia is 275204.
What is the population of Moudhia?
Moudhia has a total population of 3,300, including 1,644 males and 1,656 females.
How many households are there in Moudhia?
There are 449 households in Moudhia.
What is the literacy rate in Moudhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moudhia is 56.03%. Male literacy is 64.78% and female literacy is 47.34%.