Mahamda
Mahamda is a village located in Garkha subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Garkha (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Mahamda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mahamda unique in its vibrant Garkha-Saran region. You’ll see Mahamda’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 Mahamda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahamda is 234338. The village spans a total geographical area of 550.36 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Mahamda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Mahamda
Population of Mahamda
According to the 2011 Census, Mahamda has a total population of about 8,570, with approximately 4,439 males and 4,131 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,581 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,455 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 53.47%, with male literacy at about 64.43% and female literacy near 41.68%. There are around 1,313 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahamda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,570 | 4,439 | 4,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,581 | 820 | 761 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,455 | 733 | 722 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,582 | 2,860 | 1,722 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,988 | 1,579 | 2,409 |
Connectivity of Mahamda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahamda. As per the 2011 stats, Mahamda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahamda
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahamda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahamda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahamda
- Where is Mahamda located?
- Mahamda village is situated in Garkha Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahamda?
- Mahamda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mahamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahamda is 8,570, with 4,439 males and 4,131 females.
- How many households are there in Mahamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahamda village has a total of 1,313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahamda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahamda is 53.47%. The male literacy rate is 64.43%, while the female literacy rate is 41.68%.