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
According to the 2011 Census, Mahiawan village had a total population of 1,930 people, including 992 males and 938 females, living in 399 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.62%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 66.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,930 | 992 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 175 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,930, including 992 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Mahiawan?
Mahiawan had 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahiawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahiawan was 74.62%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 66.62%.