Mau - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Mau is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Mau North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mau is 176866. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.63 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 148 km away.
Mau 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 Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mau
According to the 2011 Census, Mau village had a total population of 1,322 people, including 724 males and 598 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.94%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 46.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 1,322 | 724 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 471 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 253 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Mau
Mau is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mau
Mau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Mau is about 148 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Mau is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mau 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mau
Where is Mau located?
Mau village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mau?
The Gram Panchayat of Mau is Mau North.
What is the pincode of Mau?
The pincode of Mau is 272153.
What is the population of Mau?
Mau had a total population of 1,322, including 724 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Mau?
Mau had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mau was 61.94%. Male literacy was 74.76% and female literacy was 46.20%.