Maigara
Maigara is a village located in Kursakatta subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kursakatta (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Shankar Pur is the gram panchayat of Maigara village.
Here you can discover what makes Maigara unique in its vibrant Kursakatta-Araria region. You’ll see Maigara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maigara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maigara is 221895. The village spans a total geographical area of 295 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854331. Forbesganj is nearest town to Maigara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Maigara
Population of Maigara
According to the 2011 Census, Maigara has a total population of about 3,376, with approximately 1,725 males and 1,651 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 708 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,103 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.73%, with male literacy at about 52.23% and female literacy near 38.95%. There are around 688 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maigara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,376 | 1,725 | 1,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 370 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,103 | 567 | 536 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 901 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,832 | 824 | 1,008 |
Connectivity of Maigara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maigara. As per the 2011 stats, Maigara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maigara
Knowing the nearby villages of Maigara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maigara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maigara
- Where is Maigara located?
- Maigara village is situated in Kursakatta Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maigara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maigara is Shankar Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maigara?
- The pincode of Maigara is 854331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maigara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maigara is 3,376, with 1,725 males and 1,651 females.
- How many households are there in Maigara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maigara village has a total of 688 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maigara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maigara is 45.73%. The male literacy rate is 52.23%, while the female literacy rate is 38.95%.