Maho, Sri Lanka


Mahawa is a town in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka. It is located in the Kurunegala District. Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus and Christians live in this town. The town is situated north-west of the Yapahuwa Rock Fortress. In addition the area contains some famous irrigation tanks such as "Mediyawa" and "Abakolawewa".

Transport

It has a railway station, Maho railway station, which is located on the Northern line, which runs from Polgahawela to Kankesanthurai. It is near the junction of the Northern Line and the Batticaloa Line.

Education

Education is delivered free of charge to all students of national schools, according to the government policy. These schools operate under both Government and Provincial Council.