Mahewa - Lakhimpur, Kheri
Mahewa is a village situated in the Lakhimpur tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhimpur and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Mahewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahewa is 136393. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.41 hectares and falls under the 261506 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mahewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahewa
As per Census 2011, Mahewa village has a total population of 2,472 people, consisting of 1,656 males and 816 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 492 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,751 literate and 721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 618 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,472 | 1,656 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 152 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 618 | 349 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 1,320 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 336 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Mahewa
Mahewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rudrapur Khurd | South | 2.13 km |
| Kunwarpur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Odrahana | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Bedaura | North | 2.42 km |
| Lilouti | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Safipur | West | 3.00 km |
| Balu Deeh | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Sisouna | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Sanda | North | 3.43 km |
| Banwaripur | South | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahewa
Mahewa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakhimpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.2 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheri to Mahewa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahewa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahewa
Where is Mahewa located?
Mahewa village is located in Lakhimpur Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahewa?
Mahewa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahewa?
The pincode of Mahewa is 261506.
What is the population of Mahewa?
Mahewa has a total population of 2,472, including 1,656 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Mahewa?
There are 436 households in Mahewa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahewa is 70.83%. Male literacy is 79.71% and female literacy is 52.82%.