Maharas
Maharas is a village located in Banma Itahri subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Banma Itahri (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Maharas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maharas unique in its vibrant Banma Itahri-Saharsa region. You’ll see Maharas’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 Maharas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maharas is 226692. The village spans a total geographical area of 325.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852127. Saharsa is nearest town to Maharas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Maharas
Population of Maharas
According to the 2011 Census, Maharas has a total population of about 4,469, with approximately 2,307 males and 2,162 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 905 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.98%, with male literacy at about 57.17% and female literacy near 31.96%. There are around 864 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maharas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,469 | 2,307 | 2,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 905 | 447 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,010 | 1,319 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,459 | 988 | 1,471 |
Connectivity of Maharas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maharas. As per the 2011 stats, Maharas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maharas
Knowing the nearby villages of Maharas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maharas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maharas
- Where is Maharas located?
- Maharas village is situated in Banma Itahri Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maharas?
- Maharas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maharas?
- The pincode of Maharas is 852127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maharas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maharas is 4,469, with 2,307 males and 2,162 females.
- How many households are there in Maharas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maharas village has a total of 864 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maharas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maharas is 44.98%. The male literacy rate is 57.17%, while the female literacy rate is 31.96%.