Mahuawan
Mahuawan is a village located in Amas subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Amas (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Mahuawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mahuawan unique in its vibrant Amas-Gaya region. You’ll see Mahuawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahuawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahuawan is 255757. The village spans a total geographical area of 212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824211. Sherghati is nearest town to Mahuawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Mahuawan
Population of Mahuawan
According to the 2011 Census, Mahuawan has a total population of about 3,312, with approximately 1,731 males and 1,581 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 585 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 643 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.94%, with male literacy at about 49.45% and female literacy near 33.71%. There are around 533 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahuawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,312 | 1,731 | 1,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 290 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 324 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 856 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,923 | 875 | 1,048 |
Connectivity of Mahuawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahuawan. As per the 2011 stats, Mahuawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahuawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahuawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahuawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahuawan
- Where is Mahuawan located?
- Mahuawan village is situated in Amas Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahuawan?
- Mahuawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mahuawan?
- The pincode of Mahuawan is 824211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahuawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahuawan is 3,312, with 1,731 males and 1,581 females.
- How many households are there in Mahuawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahuawan village has a total of 533 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahuawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahuawan is 41.94%. The male literacy rate is 49.45%, while the female literacy rate is 33.71%.