Mahewa - Zamania, Ghazipur
Mahewa is a village situated in the Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zamania and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Mahewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahewa is 206479. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.65 hectares and falls under the 232340 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zamania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahewa
According to the 2011 Census, Mahewa village had a total population of 1,631 people, including 851 males and 780 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.28%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 60.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 851 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 106 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 110 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 628 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 223 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Mahewa
Mahewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur T. Dharhni Bhanmalrai | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Chak Afzal | South | 0.91 km |
| Betabar | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Tisaura | East | 2.02 km |
| Saidabad | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Chak Sultan Urf Tisauri | East | 2.23 km |
| Bachara | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Chak Fatehullah | South | 2.34 km |
| Tiwaripur | North | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahewa
Mahewa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Darauli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Mahewa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Mahewa is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahewa
Where is Mahewa located?
Mahewa village is located in Zamania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahewa?
Mahewa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahewa?
The pincode of Mahewa is 232340.
What is the population of Mahewa?
Mahewa had a total population of 1,631, including 851 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Mahewa?
Mahewa had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahewa was 73.28%. Male literacy was 84.30% and female literacy was 60.68%.