Lokiya - Madhuban, Mau
Lokiya is a village situated in the Madhuban tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhuban and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Lokiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokiya is 196528. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.02 hectares and falls under the 221601 pincode. Mau is the nearest town.
Lokiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhuban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lokiya
As per Census 2011, Lokiya village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 313 males and 333 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lokiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 313 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 209 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 104 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Lokiya
Lokiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suwah | South-East | 0.63 km |
| Majhaua | East | 0.77 km |
| Lokipur | North-West | 0.77 km |
| Zamin Kishunpur | North | 0.94 km |
| Chhattarpur | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Kabirajpur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Rai Patti | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Haibatpur | West | 1.46 km |
| Dhelga | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Murarpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lokiya
Lokiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barhaj Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mau to Lokiya 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 Lokiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lokiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokiya 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 Lokiya
Where is Lokiya located?
Lokiya village is located in Madhuban Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokiya?
Lokiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lokiya?
The pincode of Lokiya is 221601.
What is the population of Lokiya?
Lokiya has a total population of 646, including 313 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Lokiya?
There are 106 households in Lokiya.
What is the literacy rate in Lokiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokiya is 55.57%. Male literacy is 66.77% and female literacy is 45.05%.