Mahapur - Kawakol, Nawada
Mahapur is a village situated in the Kawakol subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kawakol and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Darawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahapur is 257745. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 805106 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahapur village had a total population of 2,909 people, including 1,528 males and 1,381 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.13%, with male literacy at 54.06% and female literacy at 33.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 552.
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 | 2,909 | 1,528 | 1,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 259 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 294 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 686 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,837 | 842 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Mahapur
Mahapur 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 Mahapur
Mahapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nawada to Mahapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahapur
Where is Mahapur located?
Mahapur village is located in Kawakol Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahapur is Darawan.
What is the pincode of Mahapur?
The pincode of Mahapur is 805106.
What is the population of Mahapur?
Mahapur had a total population of 2,909, including 1,528 males and 1,381 females.
How many households are there in Mahapur?
Mahapur had 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahapur was 44.13%. Male literacy was 54.06% and female literacy was 33.28%.