Majgawan - Dagarua, Purnia
Majgawan is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Majgama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majgawan is 224249. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Majgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Majgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Majgawan village had a total population of 560 people, including 297 males and 263 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.25%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 54.03%.
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 | 560 | 297 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 194 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 103 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Majgawan
Majgawan 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 Majgawan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Majgawan.
| 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 Purnia to Majgawan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Majgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majgawan
Where is Majgawan located?
Majgawan village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Majgawan is Majgama.
What is the pincode of Majgawan?
The pincode of Majgawan is 854326.
What is the population of Majgawan?
Majgawan had a total population of 560, including 297 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Majgawan?
Majgawan had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majgawan was 67.25%. Male literacy was 78.54% and female literacy was 54.03%.