Mahuachak - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Mahuachak is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bari Naki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuachak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuachak is 240302. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahuachak 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 Mahuachak
According to the 2011 Census, Mahuachak village had a total population of 79 people, including 43 males and 36 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.37%, with male literacy at 46.88% and female literacy at 37.04%.
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 | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuachak
Mahuachak 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 Mahuachak
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mahuachak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Mahuachak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Mahuachak is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuachak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuachak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuachak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuachak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahuachak
Where is Mahuachak located?
Mahuachak village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuachak?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuachak is Bari Naki.
What is the pincode of Mahuachak?
The pincode of Mahuachak is 813204.
What is the population of Mahuachak?
Mahuachak had a total population of 79, including 43 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Mahuachak?
Mahuachak had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuachak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuachak was 42.37%. Male literacy was 46.88% and female literacy was 37.04%.