Majhaur - Nanpur, Sitamarhi
Majhaur is a village situated in the Nanpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Majhaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhaur is 219763. The village covers a total geographical area of 540 hectares and falls under the 843333 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Majhaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhaur
As per Census 2011, Majhaur village has a total population of 12,711 people, consisting of 6,665 males and 6,046 females. The village has 2,800 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,062 literate and 7,649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 935 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majhaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,711 | 6,665 | 6,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,307 | 1,199 | 1,108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 503 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,062 | 3,062 | 2,000 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,649 | 3,603 | 4,046 |
Nearby Villages of Majhaur
Majhaur 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 Majhaur
Majhaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Majhaur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Majhaur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Majhaur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Majhaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majhaur
Where is Majhaur located?
Majhaur village is located in Nanpur Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhaur?
Majhaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Majhaur?
The pincode of Majhaur is 843333.
What is the population of Majhaur?
Majhaur has a total population of 12,711, including 6,665 males and 6,046 females.
How many households are there in Majhaur?
There are 2,800 households in Majhaur.
What is the literacy rate in Majhaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhaur is 39.82%. Male literacy is 45.94% and female literacy is 33.08%.