Mahuar Kalan - Manpur, Gaya
Mahuar Kalan is a village situated in the Manpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manpur and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Nanauk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuar Kalan is 255237. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 823003 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mahuar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahuar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Mahuar Kalan village has a total population of 1,441 people, consisting of 757 males and 684 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 819 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,441 | 757 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 208 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 819 | 492 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 265 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuar Kalan
Mahuar Kalan 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 Mahuar Kalan
Public transport in the Mahuar Kalan 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 Gaya to Mahuar Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuar Kalan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuar Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahuar Kalan
Where is Mahuar Kalan located?
Mahuar Kalan village is located in Manpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuar Kalan is Nanauk.
What is the pincode of Mahuar Kalan?
The pincode of Mahuar Kalan is 823003.
What is the population of Mahuar Kalan?
Mahuar Kalan has a total population of 1,441, including 757 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Mahuar Kalan?
There are 311 households in Mahuar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuar Kalan is 56.84%. Male literacy is 64.99% and female literacy is 47.81%.