Mahdewa - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Mahdewa is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Harna Tanr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahdewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahdewa is 216028. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.2 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mahdewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mahdewa
As per Census 2011, Mahdewa village has a total population of 1,621 people, consisting of 843 males and 778 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,303 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahdewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,621 | 843 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 112 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,303 | 670 | 633 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 583 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 260 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Mahdewa
Mahdewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankatwa | West | 1.51 km |
| Bairiya Kalan | East | 1.71 km |
| Harnatanr | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Bairiya Khurd | South | 1.83 km |
| Pandarkhap | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Khajoria | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Chhatraul | South | 3.23 km |
| Amolba | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Satchubanwa | West | 3.85 km |
| Gorar | North-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahdewa
Mahdewa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mahdewa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mahdewa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahdewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahdewa 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 Mahdewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahdewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahdewa
Where is Mahdewa located?
Mahdewa village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahdewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahdewa is Harna Tanr.
What is the pincode of Mahdewa?
The pincode of Mahdewa is 845105.
What is the population of Mahdewa?
Mahdewa has a total population of 1,621, including 843 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Mahdewa?
There are 282 households in Mahdewa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahdewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahdewa is 60.64%. Male literacy is 69.16% and female literacy is 51.41%.