Lilja - Madhepur, Madhubani
Lilja is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Mahpatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lilja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lilja is 220899. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.7 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lilja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lilja
As per Census 2011, Lilja village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 288 males and 257 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lilja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 288 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 148 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 181 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 107 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Lilja
Lilja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tangraha | South | 1.07 km |
| Mani Mahpatia | East | 1.30 km |
| Mahpatia | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Doalakh | North | 2.81 km |
| Bhargawan | South | 3.02 km |
| Bheja | West | 3.13 km |
| Chhatauni | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Gopalpur Khurd | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Kharik | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Mahsa | North-East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lilja
Lilja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Lilja is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Lilja is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lilja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lilja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lilja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lilja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lilja
Where is Lilja located?
Lilja village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lilja?
The Gram Panchayat of Lilja is Mahpatia.
What is the pincode of Lilja?
The pincode of Lilja is 847402.
What is the population of Lilja?
Lilja has a total population of 545, including 288 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Lilja?
There are 117 households in Lilja.
What is the literacy rate in Lilja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lilja is 47.71%. Male literacy is 62.85% and female literacy is 30.74%.