Machhar Ganwan

Machhar Ganwan is a village located in Kotwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kotwa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Machargawa is the gram panchayat of Machhar Ganwan village.

Machhar Ganwan has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Machhar Ganwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhar Ganwan is 218379. The village spans a total geographical area of 543.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845417. Motihari is nearest town to Machhar Ganwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Machhar Ganwan

Below is a concise population overview of Machhar Ganwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,666 3,000 2,666
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 991 512 479
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,277 662 615
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 2,362 1,457 905
Illiterate Population 3,304 1,543 1,761

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhar Ganwan village:

  • The total population of Machhar Ganwan village is around 5,666, including approximately 3,000 males and 2,666 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 991 children aged 0–6 years in Machhar Ganwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Machhar Ganwan village has 1,277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Machhar Ganwan village is about 41.69%, with male literacy at 48.57% and female literacy at 33.95%.
  • There are around 1,031 households in Machhar Ganwan village.

Connectivity of Machhar Ganwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhar Ganwan. As per the 2011 stats, Machhar Ganwan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhar Ganwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Machhar Ganwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhar Ganwan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhar Ganwan

Where is Machhar Ganwan located?
Machhar Ganwan village is situated in Kotwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhar Ganwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhar Ganwan is Machargawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Machhar Ganwan?
The pincode of Machhar Ganwan is 845417, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Machhar Ganwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhar Ganwan is 5,666, with 3,000 males and 2,666 females.
How many households are there in Machhar Ganwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhar Ganwan village has a total of 1,031 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhar Ganwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhar Ganwan is 41.69%. The male literacy rate is 48.57%, while the female literacy rate is 33.95%.