Manaur - Mahishi, Saharsa
Manaur is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Manovar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manaur is 226350. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Manaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahishi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manaur
As per Census 2011, Manaur village has a total population of 6,494 people, consisting of 3,421 males and 3,073 females. The village has 1,268 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,443 literate and 4,051 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,728 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,494 | 3,421 | 3,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,360 | 714 | 646 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,728 | 909 | 819 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,443 | 1,612 | 831 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,051 | 1,809 | 2,242 |
Nearby Villages of Manaur
Manaur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonkurthua | East | 2.18 km |
| Jalai | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Bhanthi | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Panchbhinda | East | 3.65 km |
| Nawada | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Ghoghpur | East | 5.28 km |
| Garaul | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Telwa | East | 5.87 km |
| Karhara | East | 6.38 km |
| Baghwa Hat Abad | North-East | 6.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manaur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Manaur. The nearest railway station is Biraul, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Manaur is about 32 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 Manaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Manaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manaur 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 Manaur
Where is Manaur located?
Manaur village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manaur is Manovar.
What is the pincode of Manaur?
The pincode of Manaur is 852216.
What is the population of Manaur?
Manaur has a total population of 6,494, including 3,421 males and 3,073 females.
How many households are there in Manaur?
There are 1,268 households in Manaur.
What is the literacy rate in Manaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manaur is 37.62%. Male literacy is 47.12% and female literacy is 27.04%.