Mahua

Mahua is a village located in Terhagachh subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Terhagachh (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Baigna is the gram panchayat of Mahua village.

Mahua has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 Mahua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahua is 222282. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares. Bahadurganj is nearest town to Mahua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Mahua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,599 854 745
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 288 166 122
Scheduled Castes (SC) 177 93 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 768 482 286
Illiterate Population 831 372 459

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

  • The total population of Mahua village is around 1,599, including approximately 854 males and 745 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 288 children aged 0–6 years in Mahua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahua village has 177 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahua village is about 48.03%, with male literacy at 56.44% and female literacy at 38.39%.
  • There are around 322 households in Mahua village.

Connectivity of Mahua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahua. As per the 2011 stats, Mahua 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 Mahua

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

Gilni Gargaon Tegharia Deorikhas Ghani Phulsara Mahua Gachh Mianpur Bansbari Phulbari Bhardhari

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahua

Where is Mahua located?
Mahua village is situated in Terhagachh Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahua?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahua is Baigna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mahua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahua is 1,599, with 854 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Mahua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahua village has a total of 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahua is 48.03%. The male literacy rate is 56.44%, while the female literacy rate is 38.39%.