Majharia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Majharia is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Lachhnauta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majharia is 216406. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Majharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Majharia
As per Census 2011, Majharia village has a total population of 1,188 people, consisting of 617 males and 571 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 617 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 130 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 385 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 232 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Majharia
Majharia 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 Majharia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Majharia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Majharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Narkatiyaganj to Majharia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Majharia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Majharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majharia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majharia
Where is Majharia located?
Majharia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Majharia is Lachhnauta.
What is the pincode of Majharia?
The pincode of Majharia is 845455.
What is the population of Majharia?
Majharia has a total population of 1,188, including 617 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Majharia?
There are 190 households in Majharia.
What is the literacy rate in Majharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majharia is 55.89%. Male literacy is 62.40% and female literacy is 48.86%.