Mahuara - Mahagama, Godda
Mahuara is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Karnu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuara is 356636. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.58 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town.
Mahuara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuara
As per Census 2011, Mahuara village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 369 males and 364 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahuara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 369 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 57 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 101 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 207 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 162 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuara
Mahuara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaujora Ghat | North-East | 0.50 km |
| Chamgadra Darunbatia | South-East | 0.61 km |
| Bholu Chak | South-West | 0.68 km |
| Taran Kita | East | 0.72 km |
| Sirsa Kalan | South | 0.86 km |
| Darha | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Logain | West | 1.19 km |
| Raksa Maskand | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Hirai Chak | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Lilabari | South-East | 1.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahuara
The nearest railway station is Ekchari, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Mahuara 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.
FAQs about Mahuara
Where is Mahuara located?
Mahuara village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuara is Karnu.
What is the pincode of Mahuara?
The pincode of Mahuara is 814155.
What is the population of Mahuara?
Mahuara has a total population of 733, including 369 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Mahuara?
There are 136 households in Mahuara.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuara is 48.57%. Male literacy is 56.10% and female literacy is 40.93%.