Maur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Maur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Rampur Gosai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maur is 187348. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.86 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode.
Maur 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 Maur
According to the 2011 Census, Maur village had a total population of 596 people, including 315 males and 281 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.21%, with male literacy at 85.54% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 596 | 315 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 66 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 213 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 102 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Maur
Maur 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 Maur
Maur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Maur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maur
Where is Maur located?
Maur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maur is Rampur Gosai.
What is the pincode of Maur?
The pincode of Maur is 273404.
What is the population of Maur?
Maur had a total population of 596, including 315 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Maur?
Maur had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maur was 73.21%. Male literacy was 85.54% and female literacy was 60.42%.