Mahkhar

Mahkhar is a village located in Simri Bakhtiarpur subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Simri Bakhtiarpur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Mahkhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Mahkhar has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahkhar is 226635. The village spans a total geographical area of 539 hectares. Saharsa is nearest town to Mahkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Mahkhar

Below is a concise population overview of Mahkhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,270 4,787 4,483
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,892 938 954
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,510 778 732
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,877 2,557 1,320
Illiterate Population 5,393 2,230 3,163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahkhar village:

  • The total population of Mahkhar village is around 9,270, including approximately 4,787 males and 4,483 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,892 children aged 0–6 years in Mahkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahkhar village has 1,510 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahkhar village is about 41.82%, with male literacy at 53.42% and female literacy at 29.44%.
  • There are around 1,859 households in Mahkhar village.

Connectivity of Mahkhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Mahkhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Mahkhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahkhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahkhar.

Naltigarh Balhampur Bindpur Balthi Bhorha Simri Chak Bharo Lagma Turki Tariawan Hamidpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahkhar

Where is Mahkhar located?
Mahkhar village is situated in Simri Bakhtiarpur Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahkhar?
Mahkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Mahkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahkhar is 9,270, with 4,787 males and 4,483 females.
How many households are there in Mahkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahkhar village has a total of 1,859 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahkhar is 41.82%. The male literacy rate is 53.42%, while the female literacy rate is 29.44%.