Maher

Maher is a village located in Islamnagar Aliganj subdivision of Jamui district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Islamnagar Aliganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jamui. As per 2009 stats, Kaiyar is the gram panchayat of Maher village.

Maher has its own place in the vibrant Jamui 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 258522. The village spans a total geographical area of 57 hectares. Jamui is nearest town to Maher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

Google Map of Maher

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

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 559 282 277
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 48 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 414 211 203
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 258 149 109
Illiterate Population 301 133 168

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

  • The total population of Maher village is around 559, including approximately 282 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Maher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maher village has 414 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Maher village is about 46.15%, with male literacy at 52.84% and female literacy at 39.35%.
  • There are around 102 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.

Chhatiaini Dinnagar Malikpur Jekhra Kaiar Balda Dhanawan Mohanpur Sagawan

Frequently Asked Questions about Maher

Where is Maher located?
Maher village is situated in Islamnagar Aliganj Subdivision, within the Jamui district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maher?
The Gram Panchayat of Maher is Kaiyar (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 559, with 282 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Maher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maher village has a total of 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maher is 46.15%. The male literacy rate is 52.84%, while the female literacy rate is 39.35%.