Mahuari - Piro, Bhojpur
Mahuari is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Amehta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuari is 247336. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 802159 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahuari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahuari
As per Census 2011, Mahuari village has a total population of 1,060 people, consisting of 535 males and 525 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,060 | 535 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 118 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 316 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 219 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuari
Mahuari 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 Mahuari
Mahuari 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 5-10 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 Piro to Mahuari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Mahuari is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahuari
Where is Mahuari located?
Mahuari village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuari?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuari is Amehta.
What is the pincode of Mahuari?
The pincode of Mahuari is 802159.
What is the population of Mahuari?
Mahuari has a total population of 1,060, including 535 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Mahuari?
There are 162 households in Mahuari.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuari is 47.83%. Male literacy is 59.07% and female literacy is 36.38%.