Maura - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Maura is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from Polba and around 29.9 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maura is 325207. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.66 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Maura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maura
As per Census 2011, Maura village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 254 males and 260 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 254 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 391 | 199 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 55 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Maura
Maura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamrai | South-East | 0.63 km |
| Khajurdaha | West | 1.02 km |
| Bhabanipur | North | 1.17 km |
| Deluara | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Sarkhola | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Hamidpur | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Balagari | West | 1.75 km |
| Hanral | South | 1.84 km |
| Krishnapur | South | 1.98 km |
| Uttar Basudebpur | North-West | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maura
Public transport in the Maura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sibaichandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chunchura to Maura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Maura is about 29.9 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 Maura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maura
Where is Maura located?
Maura village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maura?
The Gram Panchayat of Maura is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Maura?
The pincode of Maura is 712149.
What is the population of Maura?
Maura has a total population of 514, including 254 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Maura?
There are 103 households in Maura.
What is the literacy rate in Maura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maura is 76.07%. Male literacy is 78.35% and female literacy is 73.85%.