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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moura
As per Census 2011, Moura village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 400 males and 319 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 400 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 80 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 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 has a total population of 719, including 400 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Moura?
There are 73 households in Moura.
What is the literacy rate in Moura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moura is 50.07%. Male literacy is 56.75% and female literacy is 41.69%.