Napura - Maunath Bhanjan, Mau
Napura is a village situated in the Maunath Bhanjan tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maunath Bhanjan and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Paniara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Napura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napura is 196970. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.27 hectares and falls under the 221705 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Napura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Napura
According to the 2011 Census, Napura village had a total population of 188 people, including 97 males and 91 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.11%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 188 | 97 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 34 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Napura
Napura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paniara | North | 0.58 km |
| Rudrpur | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Bakawal | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Jamin Hathipur | North | 1.07 km |
| Mahalipur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Roodrapur | South | 1.86 km |
| Bhelsath | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Tajopur | North | 2.04 km |
| Paharpur | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Odahra | East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Napura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Napura. The nearest railway station is Paniara, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Napura is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mau to Napura is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Napura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Napura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napura 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 Napura
Where is Napura located?
Napura village is located in Maunath Bhanjan Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Napura?
The Gram Panchayat of Napura is Paniara.
What is the pincode of Napura?
The pincode of Napura is 221705.
What is the population of Napura?
Napura had a total population of 188, including 97 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Napura?
Napura had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napura was 62.11%. Male literacy was 72.41% and female literacy was 50.00%.