Najira - Benipatti, Madhubani
Najira is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Meghbon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Najira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najira is 220297. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.1 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Najira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Najira
According to the 2011 Census, Najira village had a total population of 5,707 people, including 2,994 males and 2,713 females, living in 1,048 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.23%, with male literacy at 71.46% and female literacy at 56.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,707 | 2,994 | 2,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,142 | 590 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,932 | 1,718 | 1,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,775 | 1,276 | 1,499 |
Nearby Villages of Najira
Najira is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Najira
Public transport in the Najira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Najira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Najira is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Najira is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Najira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Najira
Where is Najira located?
Najira village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Najira?
The Gram Panchayat of Najira is Meghbon.
What is the pincode of Najira?
The pincode of Najira is 847102.
What is the population of Najira?
Najira had a total population of 5,707, including 2,994 males and 2,713 females.
How many households are there in Najira?
Najira had 1,048 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najira was 64.23%. Male literacy was 71.46% and female literacy was 56.18%.