Majhauwa - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Majhauwa is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Majhauwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhauwa is 216934. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.3 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Majhauwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Majhauwa
As per Census 2011, Majhauwa village has a total population of 6,626 people, consisting of 3,485 males and 3,141 females. The village has 1,132 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,541 literate and 4,085 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majhauwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,626 | 3,485 | 3,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,261 | 652 | 609 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,140 | 586 | 554 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 2,541 | 1,649 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,085 | 1,836 | 2,249 |
Nearby Villages of Majhauwa
Majhauwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Gosain | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Tola Parsauni | South | 1.58 km |
| Parari | North | 1.96 km |
| Bibi Bankatwa | West | 1.97 km |
| Moti Tola | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Dharmajata | East | 2.26 km |
| Hamira | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Dabri | South | 2.40 km |
| Tarkulwa | East | 2.43 km |
| Balhi | North-West | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majhauwa
Majhauwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harinagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Majhauwa is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Majhauwa is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhauwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhauwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majhauwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhauwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majhauwa
Where is Majhauwa located?
Majhauwa village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhauwa?
Majhauwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Majhauwa?
The pincode of Majhauwa is 845105.
What is the population of Majhauwa?
Majhauwa has a total population of 6,626, including 3,485 males and 3,141 females.
How many households are there in Majhauwa?
There are 1,132 households in Majhauwa.
What is the literacy rate in Majhauwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhauwa is 38.35%. Male literacy is 47.32% and female literacy is 28.40%.