Mahmoodpur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Mahmoodpur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bhitaha Kunwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahmoodpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahmoodpur is 186762. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.68 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode.
Mahmoodpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahmoodpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahmoodpur village had a total population of 1,632 people, including 869 males and 763 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.16%, with male literacy at 86.24% and female literacy at 52.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,021, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 1,632 | 869 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 157 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,021 | 541 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 614 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 255 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Mahmoodpur
Mahmoodpur 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 Mahmoodpur
Mahmoodpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Mahmoodpur is about 35 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 Mahmoodpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahmoodpur 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 Mahmoodpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahmoodpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahmoodpur
Where is Mahmoodpur located?
Mahmoodpur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahmoodpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahmoodpur is Bhitaha Kunwar.
What is the pincode of Mahmoodpur?
The pincode of Mahmoodpur is 273211.
What is the population of Mahmoodpur?
Mahmoodpur had a total population of 1,632, including 869 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Mahmoodpur?
Mahmoodpur had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahmoodpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahmoodpur was 70.16%. Male literacy was 86.24% and female literacy was 52.34%.