Muhammadpur Barhia - Maunath Bhanjan, Mau
Muhammadpur Barhia is a village situated in the Maunath Bhanjan tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maunath Bhanjan and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Muhammadpur Barhia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muhammadpur Barhia is 197095. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.65 hectares and falls under the 275305 pincode. Mau is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Muhammadpur Barhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muhammadpur Barhia
According to the 2011 Census, Muhammadpur Barhia village had a total population of 837 people, including 384 males and 453 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.34%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 66.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 837 | 384 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 261 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 123 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Muhammadpur Barhia
Muhammadpur Barhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meudi Kala | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Mau Kuber | West | 0.90 km |
| Muhwa | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Fardha | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Gangapur | North | 1.59 km |
| Sikriya | South | 1.70 km |
| Jagdishpur Mu. Gahni | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Badhya | East | 1.72 km |
| Manikpur | North | 1.73 km |
| Dholbandh | South-West | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muhammadpur Barhia
Muhammadpur Barhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Haldharpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mau to Muhammadpur Barhia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mau to Muhammadpur Barhia is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muhammadpur Barhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muhammadpur Barhia 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 Muhammadpur Barhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muhammadpur Barhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Muhammadpur Barhia
Where is Muhammadpur Barhia located?
Muhammadpur Barhia village is located in Maunath Bhanjan Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muhammadpur Barhia?
Muhammadpur Barhia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muhammadpur Barhia?
The pincode of Muhammadpur Barhia is 275305.
What is the population of Muhammadpur Barhia?
Muhammadpur Barhia had a total population of 837, including 384 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Muhammadpur Barhia?
Muhammadpur Barhia had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muhammadpur Barhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muhammadpur Barhia was 73.34%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 66.41%.