Majhganwan - Hariharganj, Palamu
Majhganwan is a village situated in the Hariharganj subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hariharganj and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Daltonganj. Salaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhganwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhganwan is 365263. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 822131 pincode.
Majhganwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Majhganwan
According to the 2011 Census, Majhganwan village had a total population of 54 people, including 29 males and 25 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.71%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Majhganwan
Majhganwan 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 Majhganwan
Public transport in the Majhganwan is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltonganj to Majhganwan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhganwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhganwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Majhganwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhganwan 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Majhganwan
Where is Majhganwan located?
Majhganwan village is located in Hariharganj Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhganwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhganwan is Salaiya.
What is the pincode of Majhganwan?
The pincode of Majhganwan is 822131.
What is the population of Majhganwan?
Majhganwan had a total population of 54, including 29 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Majhganwan?
Majhganwan had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhganwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhganwan was 35.71%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 25.00%.