Maira Barith - Katrisarai, Nalanda
Maira Barith is a village situated in the Katrisarai subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katrisarai and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Maira Barith village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maira Barith is 245165. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.76 hectares and falls under the 805105 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Maira Barith village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maira Barith
As per Census 2011, Maira Barith village has a total population of 7,962 people, consisting of 4,101 males and 3,861 females. The village has 1,303 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,602 literate and 3,360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,872 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maira Barith are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,962 | 4,101 | 3,861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,341 | 664 | 677 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,872 | 990 | 882 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,602 | 2,739 | 1,863 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,360 | 1,362 | 1,998 |
Nearby Villages of Maira Barith
Maira Barith 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koiri Bigha | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Rasalpur | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Khuria | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Sakuchi | West | 2.36 km |
| Katri | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Mohabbatpur | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Panchi | North | 2.83 km |
| Katarpur | South | 2.90 km |
| Badi | South | 2.97 km |
| Parbati | East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maira Barith
Maira Barith is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sonwarsa Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Maira Barith is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maira Barith
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maira Barith 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maira Barith
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maira Barith village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maira Barith
Where is Maira Barith located?
Maira Barith village is located in Katrisarai Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maira Barith?
Maira Barith is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maira Barith?
The pincode of Maira Barith is 805105.
What is the population of Maira Barith?
Maira Barith has a total population of 7,962, including 4,101 males and 3,861 females.
How many households are there in Maira Barith?
There are 1,303 households in Maira Barith.
What is the literacy rate in Maira Barith?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maira Barith is 57.80%. Male literacy is 66.79% and female literacy is 48.25%.