Maura - Nirmali, Supaul
Maura is a village situated in the Nirmali subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nirmali and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Dighiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maura is 220933. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.9 hectares and falls under the 847452 pincode. Nirmali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Maura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maura
According to the 2011 Census, Maura village had a total population of 193 people, including 110 males and 83 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 755 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 57.81%.
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 | 193 | 110 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 72 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 38 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Maura
Maura 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 Maura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Maura. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Maura.
| 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 Nirmali to Maura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Maura is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maura
Where is Maura located?
Maura village is located in Nirmali Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maura?
The Gram Panchayat of Maura is Dighiya.
What is the pincode of Maura?
The pincode of Maura is 847452.
What is the population of Maura?
Maura had a total population of 193, including 110 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Maura?
Maura had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maura was 74.66%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 57.81%.