Mahuariya - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Mahuariya is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Mahuariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuariya is 214230. The village covers a total geographical area of 457 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mahuariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuariya
As per Census 2011, Mahuariya village has a total population of 2,619 people, consisting of 1,374 males and 1,245 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,158 literate and 1,461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 893 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,619 | 1,374 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 314 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 443 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 893 | 473 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 729 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 645 | 816 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuariya
Mahuariya 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 Mahuariya
Mahuariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahuariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Mahuariya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Mahuariya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahuariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahuariya
Where is Mahuariya located?
Mahuariya village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuariya?
Mahuariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahuariya?
The pincode of Mahuariya is 231212.
What is the population of Mahuariya?
Mahuariya has a total population of 2,619, including 1,374 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Mahuariya?
There are 497 households in Mahuariya.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuariya is 44.22%. Male literacy is 53.06% and female literacy is 34.46%.