Maher

Maher is a village located in Tan Kuppa subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Tan Kuppa (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Aropur is the gram panchayat of Maher village.

Maher 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 Maher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maher is 256655. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Maher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Maher

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,230 607 623
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 246 129 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 339 164 175
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 554 350 204
Illiterate Population 676 257 419

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

  • The total population of Maher village is around 1,230, including approximately 607 males and 623 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 246 children aged 0–6 years in Maher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maher village has 339 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maher village is about 45.04%, with male literacy at 57.66% and female literacy at 32.74%.
  • There are around 207 households in Maher village.

Connectivity of Maher

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maher. As per the 2011 stats, Maher 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 Maher

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

Utli Bara Tel Bigha Saidpur Salempur Aropur Mahamadpur Pathra Jabra Imadpur Gajadharpur Khabhra

Frequently Asked Questions about Maher

Where is Maher located?
Maher village is situated in Tan Kuppa Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maher?
The Gram Panchayat of Maher is Aropur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Maher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maher is 1,230, with 607 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Maher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maher village has a total of 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maher is 45.04%. The male literacy rate is 57.66%, while the female literacy rate is 32.74%.