Mahkar

Mahkar is a village located in Khizirsarai subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khizirsarai (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Hathiyawan is the gram panchayat of Mahkar village.

Mahkar has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahkar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahkar is 254968. The village spans a total geographical area of 144 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Mahkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Mahkar

Below is a concise population overview of Mahkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 836 431 405
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 162 88 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 79 38 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 414 252 162
Illiterate Population 422 179 243

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahkar village:

  • The total population of Mahkar village is around 836, including approximately 431 males and 405 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Mahkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahkar village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahkar village is about 49.52%, with male literacy at 58.47% and female literacy at 40.00%.
  • There are around 139 households in Mahkar village.

Connectivity of Mahkar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahkar. As per the 2011 stats, Mahkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahkar

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahkar.

Satawans Shekh Bigha Bihta Tetariya Nadira Kohbara Hathiawan Sapnera Bahbalpur Bara Fatehpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahkar

Where is Mahkar located?
Mahkar village is situated in Khizirsarai Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahkar is Hathiyawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mahkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahkar is 836, with 431 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Mahkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahkar village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahkar is 49.52%. The male literacy rate is 58.47%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.