Maira

Maira is a village located in Mansahi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Mansahi (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Phulhara is the gram panchayat of Maira village.

Maira 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 Maira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maira is 225519. The village spans a total geographical area of 318 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Maira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Maira

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,529 1,265 1,264
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 557 255 302
Scheduled Castes (SC) 196 100 96
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 869 418 451
Literate Population 976 543 433
Illiterate Population 1,553 722 831

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

  • The total population of Maira village is around 2,529, including approximately 1,265 males and 1,264 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 557 children aged 0–6 years in Maira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maira village has 196 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 869 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Maira village is about 38.59%, with male literacy at 42.92% and female literacy at 34.26%.
  • There are around 502 households in Maira village.

Connectivity of Maira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maira. As per the 2011 stats, Maira 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Maira

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

Naraenpur Morangi Raghuni Chak Bhakhripur Ekauna Phulahra Gurgawan Lahsa Pachbarga Kuraitha Gobindpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Maira

Where is Maira located?
Maira village is situated in Mansahi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira?
The Gram Panchayat of Maira is Phulhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maira is 2,529, with 1,265 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maira village has a total of 502 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maira is 38.59%. The male literacy rate is 42.92%, while the female literacy rate is 34.26%.