Mahiawan - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Mahiawan is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bhuriya Mahiyama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahiawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahiawan is 240273. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahiawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahiawan
As per Census 2011, Mahiawan village has a total population of 1,930 people, consisting of 992 males and 938 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,173 literate and 757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahiawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,930 | 992 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 175 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 670 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 322 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Mahiawan
Mahiawan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahiawan
Mahiawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Mahiawan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Mahiawan is about 38 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 Mahiawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahiawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahiawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahiawan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahiawan
Where is Mahiawan located?
Mahiawan village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahiawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahiawan is Bhuriya Mahiyama.
What is the pincode of Mahiawan?
The pincode of Mahiawan is 813205.
What is the population of Mahiawan?
Mahiawan has a total population of 1,930, including 992 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Mahiawan?
There are 399 households in Mahiawan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahiawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahiawan is 60.78%. Male literacy is 67.54% and female literacy is 53.62%.