Maulanagar - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Maulanagar is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Belwa Lakhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maulanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maulanagar is 216810. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.3 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Maulanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maulanagar
As per Census 2011, Maulanagar village has a total population of 1,957 people, consisting of 1,040 males and 917 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 1,361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maulanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,957 | 1,040 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 196 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 396 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 644 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Maulanagar
Maulanagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokila Dih | South | 0.93 km |
| Jawahirpur | West | 1.03 km |
| Parsauna | East | 1.52 km |
| Rampur Sauna | North | 1.60 km |
| Gokhula | West | 1.87 km |
| Senduria | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Dhobni | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Bindraban | East | 2.22 km |
| Bhikhampur | South | 2.55 km |
| Lakhanpur | West | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maulanagar
Public transport in the Maulanagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rameshwar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Maulanagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Maulanagar is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maulanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maulanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maulanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maulanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Maulanagar
Where is Maulanagar located?
Maulanagar village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maulanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Maulanagar is Belwa Lakhanpur.
What is the pincode of Maulanagar?
The pincode of Maulanagar is 845453.
What is the population of Maulanagar?
Maulanagar has a total population of 1,957, including 1,040 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Maulanagar?
There are 367 households in Maulanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Maulanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maulanagar is 30.45%. Male literacy is 38.08% and female literacy is 21.81%.