Mahkama - Rajauli, Nawada
Mahkama is a village situated in the Rajauli subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajauli and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Farka Buzurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahkama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahkama is 258471. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 805125 pincode. Rajauli is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mahkama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahkama
As per Census 2011, Mahkama village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 265 males and 285 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahkama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 265 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 168 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Mahkama
Mahkama 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 Mahkama
Public transport in the Mahkama is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajauli to Mahkama is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Mahkama is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahkama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahkama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahkama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahkama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahkama
Where is Mahkama located?
Mahkama village is located in Rajauli Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahkama?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahkama is Farka Buzurg.
What is the pincode of Mahkama?
The pincode of Mahkama is 805125.
What is the population of Mahkama?
Mahkama has a total population of 550, including 265 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Mahkama?
There are 90 households in Mahkama.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahkama is 36.00%. Male literacy is 36.60% and female literacy is 35.44%.