Mainhawa - Pharenda, Mahrajganj
Mainhawa is a village situated in the Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pharenda and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Meanhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mainhawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mainhawa is 184207. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.6 hectares and falls under the 273309 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mainhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mainhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Mainhawa village had a total population of 5,097 people, including 2,619 males and 2,478 females, living in 824 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.90%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 44.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 451.
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 | 5,097 | 2,619 | 2,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 964 | 506 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 234 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,393 | 1,499 | 894 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,704 | 1,120 | 1,584 |
Nearby Villages of Mainhawa
Mainhawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harraiya Pandit | North | 1.41 km |
| Vishrampur | West | 1.77 km |
| Lalpur | East | 1.98 km |
| Dhusawa Khurd | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Navadih Khurd | West | 2.45 km |
| Mahuari | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Shikar Garh | North | 2.61 km |
| Ilaha Vas | South | 2.61 km |
| Kharkhori | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mainhawa
Mainhawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Purandarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Mainhawa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahrajganj to Mainhawa is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mainhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mainhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mainhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mainhawa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mainhawa
Where is Mainhawa located?
Mainhawa village is located in Pharenda Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mainhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mainhawa is Meanhawa.
What is the pincode of Mainhawa?
The pincode of Mainhawa is 273309.
What is the population of Mainhawa?
Mainhawa had a total population of 5,097, including 2,619 males and 2,478 females.
How many households are there in Mainhawa?
Mainhawa had 824 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mainhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mainhawa was 57.90%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 44.26%.