Majhawalia - Guthani, Siwan
Majhawalia is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Biswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhawalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhawalia is 232189. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Majhawalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Majhawalia
According to the 2011 Census, Majhawalia village had a total population of 823 people, including 425 males and 398 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 57.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 425 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 53 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 317 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 108 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Majhawalia
Majhawalia 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 Majhawalia
Majhawalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Majhawalia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Majhawalia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Majhawalia is about 26 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 Majhawalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhawalia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majhawalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhawalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Majhawalia
Where is Majhawalia located?
Majhawalia village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majhawalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhawalia is Biswar.
What is the pincode of Majhawalia?
The pincode of Majhawalia is 841239.
What is the population of Majhawalia?
Majhawalia had a total population of 823, including 425 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Majhawalia?
Majhawalia had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhawalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhawalia was 73.58%. Male literacy was 88.30% and female literacy was 57.58%.