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.

Mahanagar 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 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.

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Population of Mahanagar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Mahanagar village is around 2,310, including approximately 1,180 males and 1,130 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 500 children aged 0–6 years in Mahanagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahanagar village has 504 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 400 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahanagar village is about 27.49%, with male literacy at 32.80% and female literacy at 21.95%.
  • There are around 466 households in Mahanagar village.

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)
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%.