Mausa - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Mausa is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.3 km from Manteswar. Denur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mausa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mausa is 319679. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.15 hectares and falls under the 713145 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Mausa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mausa
As per Census 2011, Mausa village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 791 males and 692 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,004 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mausa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 791 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 560 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 231 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Mausa
Mausa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daukadanga | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Sahapur | South | 1.35 km |
| Ibrambad | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Patun | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Denur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bharucha | West | 2.74 km |
| Ruigaria | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Monteswar | West | 2.92 km |
| Hatdanga | East | 2.95 km |
| Kulut | South-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mausa
Mausa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patuli, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barddhaman to Mausa is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mausa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mausa 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 Mausa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mausa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mausa
Where is Mausa located?
Mausa village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mausa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mausa is Denur.
What is the pincode of Mausa?
The pincode of Mausa is 713145.
What is the population of Mausa?
Mausa has a total population of 1,483, including 791 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Mausa?
There are 312 households in Mausa.
What is the literacy rate in Mausa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mausa is 67.70%. Male literacy is 70.80% and female literacy is 64.16%.