Mahthor - Tardih, Darbhanga
Mahthor is a village situated in the Tardih subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tardih and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Mahthaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahthor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahthor is 227174. The village covers a total geographical area of 409 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mahthor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahthor
As per Census 2011, Mahthor village has a total population of 6,679 people, consisting of 3,503 males and 3,176 females. The village has 1,342 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,961 literate and 3,718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 871 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahthor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,679 | 3,503 | 3,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,208 | 600 | 608 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 871 | 463 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,961 | 1,907 | 1,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,718 | 1,596 | 2,122 |
Nearby Villages of Mahthor
Mahthor 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 Mahthor
Mahthor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mahthor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Mahthor is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Mahthor is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahthor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahthor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahthor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahthor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahthor
Where is Mahthor located?
Mahthor village is located in Tardih Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahthor?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahthor is Mahthaur.
What is the pincode of Mahthor?
The pincode of Mahthor is 847423.
What is the population of Mahthor?
Mahthor has a total population of 6,679, including 3,503 males and 3,176 females.
How many households are there in Mahthor?
There are 1,342 households in Mahthor.
What is the literacy rate in Mahthor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahthor is 44.33%. Male literacy is 54.44% and female literacy is 33.19%.