Maha

Maha is a village located in Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district in Bihar, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Surajgarha (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Lakhisarai. As per 2009 stats, Kaswa is the gram panchayat of Maha village.

Maha has its own place in the vibrant Lakhisarai 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 Maha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maha is 243454. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.15 hectares. Lakhisarai is nearest town to Maha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

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Population of Maha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,709 921 788
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 281 145 136
Scheduled Castes (SC) 514 269 245
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 10 4
Literate Population 908 566 342
Illiterate Population 801 355 446

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

  • The total population of Maha village is around 1,709, including approximately 921 males and 788 females, with a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 281 children aged 0–6 years in Maha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maha village has 514 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Maha village is about 53.13%, with male literacy at 61.45% and female literacy at 43.40%.
  • There are around 249 households in Maha village.

Connectivity of Maha

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Maha

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

Rasulpur Bishunpur Masudan Basauni Khudiban Milik Badhdoka Kasba Maheshpur Milik Kazi Bunbuna Tahdi Mirzapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Maha

Where is Maha located?
Maha village is situated in Surajgarha Subdivision, within the Lakhisarai district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maha?
The Gram Panchayat of Maha is Kaswa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Maha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maha is 1,709, with 921 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Maha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maha village has a total of 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maha is 53.13%. The male literacy rate is 61.45%, while the female literacy rate is 43.40%.