Maswas
Maswas is a village located in Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Sikta (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Maswas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maswas unique in its vibrant Sikta-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Maswas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maswas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maswas is 217270. The village spans a total geographical area of 325.46 hectares. Bettiah is nearest town to Maswas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Maswas
Population of Maswas
According to the 2011 Census, Maswas has a total population of about 4,346, with approximately 2,329 males and 2,017 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,019 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 645. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.21%, with male literacy at about 47.83% and female literacy near 24.94%. There are around 639 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maswas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,346 | 2,329 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,019 | 534 | 485 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 120 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 645 | 358 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 1,617 | 1,114 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,729 | 1,215 | 1,514 |
Connectivity of Maswas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maswas. As per the 2011 stats, Maswas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maswas
Knowing the nearby villages of Maswas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maswas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maswas
- Where is Maswas located?
- Maswas village is situated in Sikta Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maswas?
- Maswas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Maswas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maswas is 4,346, with 2,329 males and 2,017 females.
- How many households are there in Maswas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maswas village has a total of 639 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maswas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maswas is 37.21%. The male literacy rate is 47.83%, while the female literacy rate is 24.94%.