Mahishabera - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Mahishabera is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Sonuan and around 45 km from Chaibasa. Golmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahishabera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahishabera is 376897. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.02 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Mahishabera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahishabera
According to the 2011 Census, Mahishabera village had a total population of 333 people, including 170 males and 163 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.61%, with male literacy at 88.08% and female literacy at 64.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 333 | 170 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 133 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 37 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Mahishabera
Mahishabera 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 Mahishabera
Mahishabera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mahishabera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Mahishabera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahishabera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahishabera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahishabera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahishabera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mahishabera
Where is Mahishabera located?
Mahishabera village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahishabera?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishabera is Golmunda.
What is the pincode of Mahishabera?
The pincode of Mahishabera is 833105.
What is the population of Mahishabera?
Mahishabera had a total population of 333, including 170 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Mahishabera?
Mahishabera had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishabera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahishabera was 76.61%. Male literacy was 88.08% and female literacy was 64.58%.