Mahmudpur - Barharia, Siwan
Mahmudpur is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sadarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahmudpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahmudpur is 231535. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahmudpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahmudpur
As per Census 2011, Mahmudpur village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 460 males and 519 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 645 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahmudpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 460 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 326 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 134 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Mahmudpur
Mahmudpur 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 Mahmudpur
Mahmudpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahmudpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Mahmudpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahmudpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahmudpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahmudpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahmudpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahmudpur
Where is Mahmudpur located?
Mahmudpur village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahmudpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahmudpur is Sadarpur.
What is the pincode of Mahmudpur?
The pincode of Mahmudpur is 841232.
What is the population of Mahmudpur?
Mahmudpur has a total population of 979, including 460 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Mahmudpur?
There are 180 households in Mahmudpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahmudpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahmudpur is 65.88%. Male literacy is 70.87% and female literacy is 61.46%.