Mahra

Mahra is a village located in Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Azamnagar (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Harnagar is the gram panchayat of Mahra village.

Mahra has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Mahra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahra is 225194. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Mahra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Mahra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,396 730 666
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 275 121 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) 122 66 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 51 27 24
Literate Population 430 295 135
Illiterate Population 966 435 531

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

  • The total population of Mahra village is around 1,396, including approximately 730 males and 666 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 275 children aged 0–6 years in Mahra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahra village has 122 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahra village is about 30.80%, with male literacy at 40.41% and female literacy at 20.27%.
  • There are around 290 households in Mahra village.

Connectivity of Mahra

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahra

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

Azamnagar Alampur Khopra Rohia Bishunpur Belaunda Milik Belaunda Belbari Bhagatpura Masnadpur Janakpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahra

Where is Mahra located?
Mahra village is situated in Azamnagar Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahra is Harnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mahra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahra is 1,396, with 730 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Mahra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahra village has a total of 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahra is 30.80%. The male literacy rate is 40.41%, while the female literacy rate is 20.27%.