Moura - Palia, Kheri
Moura is a village situated in the Palia tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palia and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Poya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moura is 135195. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.89 hectares and falls under the 262908 pincode.
Moura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Moura
According to the 2011 Census, Moura village had a total population of 719 people, including 400 males and 319 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 798 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.22%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 49.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 707.
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 | 719 | 400 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 80 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 394 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 227 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 173 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Moura
Moura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Poya | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Barvata | North-West | 5.32 km |
| Echchhanagar | South | 6.66 km |
| Ramnagar Verna | South | 7.05 km |
| Pachpeda | North-West | 7.39 km |
| Subhas Nagar | South-West | 7.43 km |
| Raghu Nagar | North-East | 7.48 km |
| Bairam Pur | South-East | 7.68 km |
| Setla Pur | South | 7.81 km |
| Sal Band | South-East | 7.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moura
Public transport in the Moura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belrayan, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kheri to Moura is about 75 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 Moura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Moura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moura
Where is Moura located?
Moura village is located in Palia Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moura?
The Gram Panchayat of Moura is Poya.
What is the pincode of Moura?
The pincode of Moura is 262908.
What is the population of Moura?
Moura had a total population of 719, including 400 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Moura?
Moura had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moura was 61.22%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 49.63%.