Mahanagar
Mahanagar is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpur is the gram panchayat of Mahanagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahanagar unique in its vibrant Barsoi-Katihar region. You’ll see Mahanagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahanagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahanagar is 224904. The village spans a total geographical area of 249 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Mahanagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
Google Map of Mahanagar
Population of Mahanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Mahanagar has a total population of about 2,310, with approximately 1,180 males and 1,130 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 500 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 504 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 400. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.49%, with male literacy at about 32.80% and female literacy near 21.95%. There are around 466 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahanagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,310 | 1,180 | 1,130 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 243 | 257 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 243 | 261 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 203 | 197 |
Literate Population | 635 | 387 | 248 |
Illiterate Population | 1,675 | 793 | 882 |
Connectivity of Mahanagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahanagar. As per the 2011 stats, Mahanagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahanagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahanagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahanagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahanagar
- Where is Mahanagar located?
- Mahanagar village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahanagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahanagar is Shikarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mahanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahanagar is 2,310, with 1,180 males and 1,130 females.
- How many households are there in Mahanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahanagar village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahanagar is 27.49%. The male literacy rate is 32.80%, while the female literacy rate is 21.95%.