Mahagawan - Sandila, Hardoi
Mahagawan is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Mahgawan Rehriyamau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahagawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahagawan is 140994. The village covers a total geographical area of 1165.36 hectares and falls under the 241203 pincode.
Mahagawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahagawan
As per Census 2011, Mahagawan village has a total population of 8,057 people, consisting of 4,346 males and 3,711 females. The village has 1,523 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,619 literate and 4,438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahagawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,057 | 4,346 | 3,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,467 | 859 | 608 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,569 | 1,939 | 1,630 |
| Literate Population | 3,619 | 2,238 | 1,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,438 | 2,108 | 2,330 |
Nearby Villages of Mahagawan
Mahagawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhelawan | West | 1.38 km |
| Shekhwapur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Rehariyamau | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Adampur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 1.95 km |
| Parihawan | West | 2.08 km |
| Terwapahalwan | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Yarka | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Mawai Brahmanan | West | 2.92 km |
| Rahimabad Grant | South | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahagawan
Mahagawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Umar Tali, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hardoi to Mahagawan is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahagawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahagawan 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 Mahagawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahagawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahagawan
Where is Mahagawan located?
Mahagawan village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahagawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahagawan is Mahgawan Rehriyamau.
What is the pincode of Mahagawan?
The pincode of Mahagawan is 241203.
What is the population of Mahagawan?
Mahagawan has a total population of 8,057, including 4,346 males and 3,711 females.
How many households are there in Mahagawan?
There are 1,523 households in Mahagawan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahagawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahagawan is 44.92%. Male literacy is 51.50% and female literacy is 37.21%.