Maripur Mal - Madhuban, Purbi Champaran
Maripur Mal is a village situated in the Madhuban subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Madhuban and around 35 km from Motihari. Sawagia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maripur Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maripur Mal is 218621. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.98 hectares and falls under the 845420 pincode. Madhuban is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maripur Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maripur Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Maripur Mal village had a total population of 3,685 people, including 1,933 males and 1,752 females, living in 815 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.62%, with male literacy at 53.48% and female literacy at 32.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 594.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,685 | 1,933 | 1,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 748 | 368 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 312 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 837 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,404 | 1,096 | 1,308 |
Nearby Villages of Maripur Mal
Maripur Mal 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 Maripur Mal
Public transport in the Maripur Mal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Maripur Mal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhuban to Maripur Mal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Maripur Mal is about 35 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 Maripur Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maripur Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maripur Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maripur Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maripur Mal
Where is Maripur Mal located?
Maripur Mal village is located in Madhuban Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maripur Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Maripur Mal is Sawagia.
What is the pincode of Maripur Mal?
The pincode of Maripur Mal is 845420.
What is the population of Maripur Mal?
Maripur Mal had a total population of 3,685, including 1,933 males and 1,752 females.
How many households are there in Maripur Mal?
Maripur Mal had 815 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maripur Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maripur Mal was 43.62%. Male literacy was 53.48% and female literacy was 32.36%.