Megharia - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Megharia is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Poswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megharia is 247578. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 802164 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Megharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megharia
According to the 2011 Census, Megharia village had a total population of 1,278 people, including 599 males and 679 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.84%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 56.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 1,278 | 599 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 133 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 401 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 198 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Megharia
Megharia 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 Megharia
Megharia 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 <5 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 Arrah to Megharia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Megharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megharia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Megharia
Where is Megharia located?
Megharia village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Megharia is Poswan.
What is the pincode of Megharia?
The pincode of Megharia is 802164.
What is the population of Megharia?
Megharia had a total population of 1,278, including 599 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Megharia?
Megharia had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megharia was 69.84%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 56.16%.