Maina - Sonbarsa, Saharsa
Maina is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Parariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maina is 226539. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.9 hectares and falls under the 852129 pincode. Sahaarasa is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Maina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maina
As per Census 2011, Maina village has a total population of 4,167 people, consisting of 2,170 males and 1,997 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,010 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,497 literate and 2,670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 942 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,167 | 2,170 | 1,997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,010 | 532 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 942 | 472 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,497 | 975 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,670 | 1,195 | 1,475 |
Nearby Villages of Maina
Maina 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 Maina
Maina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaarasa to Maina is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Saharsa to Maina is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maina
Where is Maina located?
Maina village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maina?
The Gram Panchayat of Maina is Parariya.
What is the pincode of Maina?
The pincode of Maina is 852129.
What is the population of Maina?
Maina has a total population of 4,167, including 2,170 males and 1,997 females.
How many households are there in Maina?
There are 755 households in Maina.
What is the literacy rate in Maina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maina is 35.93%. Male literacy is 44.93% and female literacy is 26.14%.