Mahilwar - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Mahilwar is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Sakhadar Pandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahilwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahilwar is 186826. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.21 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Mahilwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahajanwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahilwar
According to the 2011 Census, Mahilwar village had a total population of 943 people, including 469 males and 474 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.00%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 352.
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 | 943 | 469 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 64 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 175 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 310 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 159 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Mahilwar
Mahilwar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahilwar
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Mahilwar is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Mahilwar
Where is Mahilwar located?
Mahilwar village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahilwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahilwar is Sakhadar Pandey.
What is the pincode of Mahilwar?
The pincode of Mahilwar is 273212.
What is the population of Mahilwar?
Mahilwar had a total population of 943, including 469 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Mahilwar?
Mahilwar had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahilwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahilwar was 67.00%. Male literacy was 76.54% and female literacy was 57.14%.