Mahishmarwa
Mahishmarwa is a village located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Maheshmarwa is the gram panchayat of Mahishmarwa village.
Mahishmarwa has its own place in the vibrant Giridih region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mahishmarwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishmarwa is 350881. The village spans a total geographical area of 529 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825418. Giridih is nearest town to Mahishmarwa village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Mahishmarwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mahishmarwa
Population of Mahishmarwa
Below is a concise population overview of Mahishmarwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,777 | 1,425 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 290 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 222 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 828 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 597 | 888 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahishmarwa village:
- The total population of Mahishmarwa village is around 2,777, including approximately 1,425 males and 1,352 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 572 children aged 0–6 years in Mahishmarwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahishmarwa village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 447 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahishmarwa village is about 46.53%, with male literacy at 58.11% and female literacy at 34.32%.
- There are around 392 households in Mahishmarwa village.
Connectivity of Mahishmarwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishmarwa. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishmarwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahishmarwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahishmarwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahishmarwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishmarwa
- Where is Mahishmarwa located?
- Mahishmarwa village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahishmarwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahishmarwa is Maheshmarwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahishmarwa?
- The pincode of Mahishmarwa is 825418, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahishmarwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishmarwa is 2,777, with 1,425 males and 1,352 females.
- How many households are there in Mahishmarwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahishmarwa village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahishmarwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishmarwa is 46.53%. The male literacy rate is 58.11%, while the female literacy rate is 34.32%.