Majhouli - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Majhouli is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Majhouli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhouli is 214223. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.55 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode.
Majhouli 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 Majhouli
As per Census 2011, Majhouli village has a total population of 3,161 people, consisting of 1,657 males and 1,504 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,793 literate and 1,368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majhouli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,161 | 1,657 | 1,504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 262 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,247 | 1,158 | 1,089 |
| Literate Population | 1,793 | 1,141 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,368 | 516 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Majhouli
Majhouli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharo Kala | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Kadal | East | 2.11 km |
| Katolli | West | 2.74 km |
| Jharo Khurd | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Dumhan | East | 3.23 km |
| Karamdand | South | 4.34 km |
| Kataudhi | West | 4.46 km |
| Rajakhar | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Gulal Jhariya | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Manabasa | South-West | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majhouli
Majhouli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Majhouli is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhouli 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 Majhouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhouli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majhouli
Where is Majhouli located?
Majhouli village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhouli?
Majhouli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Majhouli?
The pincode of Majhouli is 231208.
What is the population of Majhouli?
Majhouli has a total population of 3,161, including 1,657 males and 1,504 females.
How many households are there in Majhouli?
There are 609 households in Majhouli.
What is the literacy rate in Majhouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhouli is 56.72%. Male literacy is 68.86% and female literacy is 43.35%.