Mahajogin - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Mahajogin is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Domath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahajogin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahajogin is 216455. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.45 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mahajogin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahajogin
As per Census 2011, Mahajogin village has a total population of 651 people, consisting of 343 males and 308 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 639 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahajogin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 343 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 639 | 334 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 205 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 138 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Mahajogin
Mahajogin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonkhar | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Kairi | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Balwal | East | 1.38 km |
| Botgonw | South | 1.58 km |
| Kataha | North | 1.64 km |
| Parsa Dih | East | 1.97 km |
| Domat | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Betahania | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Gheghaulia | South | 2.72 km |
| Dumaria | South-West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahajogin
Mahajogin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Mahajogin is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mahajogin is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahajogin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahajogin 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahajogin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahajogin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahajogin
Where is Mahajogin located?
Mahajogin village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahajogin?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahajogin is Domath.
What is the pincode of Mahajogin?
The pincode of Mahajogin is 845455.
What is the population of Mahajogin?
Mahajogin has a total population of 651, including 343 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Mahajogin?
There are 129 households in Mahajogin.
What is the literacy rate in Mahajogin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahajogin is 47.62%. Male literacy is 59.77% and female literacy is 34.09%.