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
According to the 2011 Census, Mahuari village had a total population of 1,060 people, including 535 males and 525 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.79%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 44.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 1,060 | 535 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 118 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,060, including 535 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Mahuari?
Mahuari had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuari was 59.79%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 44.32%.