Maina Dand - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Maina Dand is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Sonaura Guman Rai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maina Dand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maina Dand is 182109. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.9 hectares and falls under the 272125 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Maina Dand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maina Dand
According to the 2011 Census, Maina Dand village had a total population of 58 people, including 31 males and 27 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.05%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 16 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Maina Dand
Maina Dand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusuru Kalan | South-West | 0.53 km |
| Malauli | North-East | 0.62 km |
| Misraulia Parag | South | 1.06 km |
| Tandwa | West | 1.21 km |
| Ramwapur | North | 1.28 km |
| Bardand | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Kukur Dand | South | 1.65 km |
| Pachperwa | South | 1.70 km |
| Lalhi | North | 1.78 km |
| Sagath | South-East | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maina Dand
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Maina Dand. The nearest railway station is Chureb, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 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 Sant Kabir Nagar to Maina Dand is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Maina Dand is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maina Dand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maina Dand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maina Dand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maina Dand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maina Dand
Where is Maina Dand located?
Maina Dand village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maina Dand?
The Gram Panchayat of Maina Dand is Sonaura Guman Rai.
What is the pincode of Maina Dand?
The pincode of Maina Dand is 272125.
What is the population of Maina Dand?
Maina Dand had a total population of 58, including 31 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Maina Dand?
Maina Dand had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maina Dand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maina Dand was 69.05%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 66.67%.