Men - Belaganj, Gaya
Men is a village situated in the Belaganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belaganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Koriyawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Men village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Men is 254843. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 804403 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Men village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Men
As per Census 2011, Men village has a total population of 3,174 people, consisting of 1,618 males and 1,556 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 562 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 1,600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 832 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Men are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,174 | 1,618 | 1,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 562 | 286 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 832 | 413 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 936 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,600 | 682 | 918 |
Nearby Villages of Men
Men is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangti | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Manjhar | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Sadopur | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Thanapur | South | 1.77 km |
| Machhil | East | 2.73 km |
| Ridpura | West | 2.78 km |
| Kespa | West | 3.01 km |
| Turi | South | 3.03 km |
| Koriyawan | North | 3.08 km |
| Kormathu | South-East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Men
Public transport in the Men is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ner Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gaya to Men 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 Men
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Men village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Men
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Men village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Men
Where is Men located?
Men village is located in Belaganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Men?
The Gram Panchayat of Men is Koriyawan.
What is the pincode of Men?
The pincode of Men is 804403.
What is the population of Men?
Men has a total population of 3,174, including 1,618 males and 1,556 females.
How many households are there in Men?
There are 518 households in Men.
What is the literacy rate in Men?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Men is 49.59%. Male literacy is 57.85% and female literacy is 41.00%.