Supaul - Mahishi, Saharsa
Supaul is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Baghwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supaul is 226358. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Supaul 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 Supaul
According to the 2011 Census, Supaul village had a total population of 271 people, including 148 males and 123 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.60%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 27.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 271 | 148 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 70 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 78 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Supaul
Supaul 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 Supaul
Supaul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Supaul is about 31 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 Supaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supaul 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Supaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supaul 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 Supaul
Where is Supaul located?
Supaul village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Supaul is Baghwa.
What is the pincode of Supaul?
The pincode of Supaul is 852216.
What is the population of Supaul?
Supaul had a total population of 271, including 148 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Supaul?
Supaul had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Supaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supaul was 46.60%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 27.08%.