Suwah - Madhuban, Mau
Suwah is a village situated in the Madhuban tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhuban and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Suwah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suwah is 196529. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.09 hectares and falls under the 221601 pincode. Mau is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Suwah 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 Suwah
As per Census 2011, Suwah village has a total population of 1,344 people, consisting of 657 males and 687 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 881 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suwah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 657 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 89 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 134 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 20 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 490 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 167 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Suwah
Suwah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lokiya | North-West | 0.63 km |
| Kabirajpur | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Majhaua | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Dhelga | East | 1.00 km |
| Lokipur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Zamin Kishunpur | North | 1.44 km |
| Gagaupur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Haibatpur | West | 1.72 km |
| Chhattarpur | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Patti Dhusar | South-West | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suwah
Suwah is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barhaj Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Suwah is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suwah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suwah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suwah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suwah 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suwah
Where is Suwah located?
Suwah village is located in Madhuban Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suwah?
Suwah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suwah?
The pincode of Suwah is 221601.
What is the population of Suwah?
Suwah has a total population of 1,344, including 657 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Suwah?
There are 211 households in Suwah.
What is the literacy rate in Suwah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suwah is 65.55%. Male literacy is 74.58% and female literacy is 56.91%.