Mahuawa - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Mahuawa is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Mahua Deoria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuawa is 189551. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.68 hectares and falls under the 274401 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mahuawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuawa
As per Census 2011, Mahuawa village has a total population of 2,425 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,149 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,555 literate and 870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,276 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 218 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 926 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 350 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuawa
Mahuawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoria Bishundayal | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Senduria Khurd | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Gadari | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Belwachhit Urf Kajipur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Matluk Chapar | West | 1.65 km |
| Mogalpura | North | 1.66 km |
| Patherwa | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Dharmathia | East | 1.82 km |
| Amwa | South | 1.94 km |
| Kuchaya | North-West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuawa
Mahuawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhuri Jn, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Mahuawa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Mahuawa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuawa 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 Mahuawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahuawa
Where is Mahuawa located?
Mahuawa village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuawa is Mahua Deoria.
What is the pincode of Mahuawa?
The pincode of Mahuawa is 274401.
What is the population of Mahuawa?
Mahuawa has a total population of 2,425, including 1,276 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Mahuawa?
There are 374 households in Mahuawa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuawa is 64.12%. Male literacy is 72.57% and female literacy is 54.74%.