Maheba - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Maheba is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Maheba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheba is 152561. The village covers a total geographical area of 1237.6 hectares and falls under the 284204 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Maheba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheba
As per Census 2011, Maheba village has a total population of 2,200 people, consisting of 1,163 males and 1,037 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,458 literate and 742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,200 | 1,163 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 144 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 462 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,458 | 919 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 244 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Maheba
Maheba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishor Pura | West | 2.03 km |
| Bagrauni | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Bachera | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Dugara | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Khalil Pura | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Budhai | South | 4.16 km |
| Rewan | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Berwai | West | 4.49 km |
| Kotra | East | 5.15 km |
| Itawa | North-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheba
Maheba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rora, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jhansi to Maheba is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Maheba is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maheba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheba
Where is Maheba located?
Maheba village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheba?
Maheba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maheba?
The pincode of Maheba is 284204.
What is the population of Maheba?
Maheba has a total population of 2,200, including 1,163 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Maheba?
There are 386 households in Maheba.
What is the literacy rate in Maheba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheba is 66.27%. Male literacy is 79.02% and female literacy is 51.98%.