Where is Maharas village located?
Maharas is in Banma Itahri Block of Saharsa district in Bihar, India.
Indian Village Directory
Maharas Village
Maharas is an inhabited village in Banma Itahri Block of Saharsa district, Bihar. Its Census village code is 226692, the Census 2011 record lists 4,469 people in 864 households and the reported area is 325.8 hectares. The local references include Sarbela, Maharas Gram Panchayat, Banma Itahri CD Block and the nearest town reference is Saharsa at about 40 km.
Maharas is a village in Banma Itahri Block, Saharsa district, Bihar, India. The available record shows Census village code 226692 and 4,469 people in 864 households.
Village Code226692
Population4,469
Households864
Area325.8 hectares
Nearest TownSaharsa
Detailed village profile
Maharas at a Glance
This profile highlights a listed population of 4,469 people, 325.8 hectares of reported area and Saharsa as the nearest town reference for Maharas, along with available Census, facility and local-service details.
State
Bihar
District
Saharsa
Block
Banma Itahri
CD Block
Banma Itahri
Gram Panchayat
SARBELA, MAHARAS
- Maharas falls under Banma Itahri Block in Saharsa district, Bihar.
- The Census village code is 226692.
- The record lists 4,469 people living in 864 households.
- The reported village area is 325.8 hectares.
- The nearest town named in the record is Saharsa.
- This profile includes Census Codes and Administrative Details, Location and Distance, Population and Social Groups, Education Facilities, and other reported village details.
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- Some details may be blank because they were not listed in the public record. A blank value does not always mean that the facility is unavailable today. Please verify important information with official records before using it for legal, administrative, land, postal, or financial work source data may be incomplete.
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Data Sources and Verification
This page is a local reference profile. Use it for village search, Census code lookup and broad facility context. Verify important legal, land, postal, banking, emergency or administrative details with the official source.
- Census and Amenities
- Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records
- DCHB Publisher
- Registrar General of India, Government of India
- Banking Context
- Bank ATM, CDM and CRM records use RBI-sourced banking access data
Key Village Facts
- Village
- Maharas
- Census Village Code
- 226692
- State
- Bihar
- State Census Code
- 10
- District
- Saharsa
- District Census Code
- 214
- Sub-district / Local Admin Unit
- Banma Itahri
- Sub-district Census Code
- 01180
- CD Block
- Banma Itahri
- Gram Panchayat
- Sarbela, Maharas
- Households
- 864
- Population
- 4,469
- Male Population
- 2,307
- Female Population
- 2,162
- Sex Ratio
- 937.15
- Area
- 325.8 hectares
- Area
- 3.26 sq km
- Nearest Town
- Saharsa
- Nearest Town Distance
- 40 km
- PIN Code Reported in Source Data
- 852127
- Reference Year
- 2009
Key Calculated Values
These values are calculated from the same village record to make comparison easier. They are not separate official figures.
Population Density
1,371.7 people / sq km
Calculated from listed population and area.
Average Household Size
5.17 people
Calculated from listed population and households.
SC Population Share
2.93%
Shown from the village record.
ST Population Share
0%
Shown from the village record.
Irrigated Land Share
94.2%
Calculated from irrigated land and net sown area.
Census Codes and Administrative Details
These Census 2011 identifiers place Maharas in the official administrative record. Census village code 226692, Sarbela, Maharas Gram Panchayat and Banma Itahri CD Block.
- State Census Code
- 10
- District Census Code
- 214
- Sub-district Census Code
- 01180
- Village Census Code
- 226692
- CD Block Code
- 0168
- Gram Panchayat Code
- 00060005
- CD Block Name
- Banma Itahri
- Gram Panchayat Name
- Sarbela, Maharas
Location and Distance
Saharsa is the nearest town listed for Maharas, about 40 km away. Saharsa is listed as the district headquarters at about 40 km. These distances are useful for orientation, not for survey, boundary or emergency use.
- Sub-district Headquarter
- Banma Itahri
- Distance from Sub-district Headquarter
- 8 km
- District Headquarter
- Saharsa
- Distance from District Headquarter
- 40 km
- Nearest Statutory Town
- Saharsa
- Distance from Nearest Statutory Town
- 40 km
- Nearest Town within State/UT
- Saharsa
- Distance within State/UT
- 40 km
- Nearest Town
- Saharsa
- Distance from Nearest Town
- 40 km
- Total Geographical Area
- 325.8 hectares
- Area
- 3.26 sq km
Population and Social Groups
The Census 2011 record lists 4,469 people in 864 households, with 2,307 male residents and 2,162 female residents. The average household size is 5.17, and SC share is 2.93% and ST share is 0% for Maharas. Population density works out to about 1,371.7 people per sq km.
- Total Households
- 864
- Total Population
- 4,469
- Male Population
- 2,307
- Female Population
- 2,162
- Sex Ratio
- 937.15
- Average Household Size
- 5.17
- SC Population
- 131
- SC Male Population
- 69
- SC Female Population
- 62
- SC Population Share
- 2.93
- Village Status
- Inhabited
Education Facilities
Education entries for Maharas list 2 government primary schools and 1 government middle school. Counts come from the village facility record and may need local verification for current school status.
- Government Primary School
- Available
- Government Primary School Count
- 2
- Government Middle School
- Available
- Government Middle School Count
- 1
Health Facilities
Health records mark ASHA worker as available for Maharas. Verify current services locally before medical use.
- Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner With Mbbs Degree Count
- 2
Drinking Water and Sanitation
Drinking-water and sanitation entries for Maharas include hand pump water. These are historical facility records, not a live water-quality guarantee.
- Uncovered Well
- Available
- Uncovered Well Functions All Year
- Available
- Hand Pump
- Available
- Hand Pump Functions in Summer
- Available
- Open Drainage
- Available
- Open Kutcha Drainage
- Available
- Drain Water Discharge Destination
- Sewer plant
Connectivity, Roads and Transport
Connectivity records for Maharas include mobile phone coverage and all-weather road access. Use them as access clues and confirm present conditions locally.
- Telephone Landlines
- Available
- Mobile Phone Coverage
- Available
- Auto / Modified Auto Service
- Available
- Tractors
- Available
- Cycle Rickshaw
- Available
- Animal Cart
- Available
- Major District Road
- Available
- Other District Road
- Available
- Gravel Kuchha Roads
- Available
- All Weather Road
- Available
- Footpath
- Available
Financial, Market and Public Services
Public-service entries for Maharas include Anganwadi centre, ASHA services, PDS shop and assembly polling station. Banking rows on this page are shown separately because they use RBI-sourced bank service records.
- Public Distribution System PDS Shop
- Available
- Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre
- Available
- ASHA
- Available
- Daily Newspaper Supply
- Available
- Assembly Polling Station
- Available
- Birth And Death Registration Office
- Available
Power Supply
Domestic power supply for Maharas is reported as 8 hours per day in summer and 10 hours per day in winter. Treat this as historical Census/District Census Handbook data.
- Power Supply For Domestic Use
- Available
- Power Supply For Domestic Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
- 8 hours/day
- Power Supply For Domestic Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
- 10 hours/day
Land Use and Local Economy
Land-use records for Maharas show that reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, net sown area is 200 hectares and irrigated land is 188.5 hectares (94.2% of net sown area). These figures help explain village agriculture and local economy context.
- Agricultural Commodities First
- Paddy
- Area Under Non Agricultural Uses In Hectares
- 125.8
- Net Area Sown In Hectares
- 200.0
- Total Unirrigated Land Area In Hectares
- 11.5 hectares
- Area Irrigated By Source In Hectares
- 188.5
- Other Source Specify Area In Hectares
- 188.5 hectares
Other Available Details
These extra fields are shown because they may still be useful for understanding the village record.
- Nutritional Centres Others
- Available
- Noindex
- False
Map and Location
Verified latitude and longitude are not available in the source data. Use the map search links for general location reference only.
Verified map coordinates are not reported in the source data.
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Search on Google Maps Search on OpenStreetMapBank ATM, CDM and CRM Services Near Maharas
The village source does not confirm an ATM inside this village. The bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) records below are shown as nearby or same-area banking service context only.
Only the village source ATM status is used to say whether an ATM is reported inside the village.
- Village ATM Status
- Not available in village
- Nearest ATM Facility
- 5–10 km
- Commercial Bank
- Not available in village
- Cooperative Bank
- Not available in village
- Same-area Bank Service Records
- 7
- Banks in Matched Records
- 4
- Matched PINs
- 1
Match basis: ATM/CDM/CRM records found in the same PIN and district
ATM/CDM/CRM Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 6 | 86% |
| CRM | 1 | 14% |
Top Banks in Matched Records
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 4 | 57% |
| Canara Bank | 1 | 14% |
| Punjab National Bank | 1 | 14% |
| Bank of India | 1 | 14% |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
These selected bank service records are sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The services belong to the listed banks. Confirm the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canara Bank | ATM | 852127 | Saharsa | Simri Bakhtiarpur | Simri | Simri-Bakhtiyar Market, Saharsha Ground Floor Simri, Saharsa, Bihar, 852127 |
| Bank of India | CRM | 852127 | Saharsa | Simri Bakhtiarpur | Bakhtiarpur | Bakhtiyarpur Simari Bakhtiyarpur Bakhtiyarpur, Saharsa, Bihar, 852127 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 852127 | Saharsa | Simri Bakhtiarpur | Simri | P.O.S Bakhtiyarpur, Teh.simri Bakhtiyarpur, Samastipur, Simri, Saharsa, Bihar, 852127 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 852127 | Saharsa | Simri Bakhtiarpur | Bakhtiarpur | Near Railway Crossing, Simribakhtiarpur Market Ranihat Simri Bakhtiarpur, Saharsa, Bihar, 852127 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 852127 | Saharsa | Simri Bakhtiarpur | Bakhtiarpur | Near Railway Station Nawab Market, Simri Bakhtiarpur, Saharsa, Bihar, 852127 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, CDM and CRM details are based on external banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code or district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which district is Maharas village in?
Maharas village is in Saharsa district.
Which state is Maharas village in?
Maharas village is in Bihar.
Which block is Maharas under?
Maharas comes under Banma Itahri Block. Census records usually call this administrative level a sub-district.
What is the Census village code of Maharas?
The Census village code of Maharas is 226692.
Which Gram Panchayat is Maharas under?
Maharas is listed under SARBELA, MAHARAS Gram Panchayat. The CD Block listed for this village is Banma Itahri.
What is the population of Maharas village?
The village record lists 4,469 people and 864 households for Maharas.
How many households are in Maharas village?
The village record lists 864 households for Maharas.
What is the male and female population of Maharas?
The record lists 2,307 male residents and 2,162 female residents for Maharas.
What is the sex ratio of Maharas village?
The sex ratio of Maharas is 937.15 females per 1000 males in the available record.
What is the area of Maharas village?
The reported geographical area of Maharas is 325.8 hectares.
What is the population density of Maharas village?
The approximate population density of Maharas is 1,371.7 people per sq km, calculated from the listed population and area.
What is the nearest town to Maharas?
The nearest town listed for Maharas is Saharsa, about 40 km away.
How far is Maharas from the district headquarters?
Maharas is about 40 km from Saharsa, the district headquarters listed in the available records.
How far is Maharas from the sub-district headquarters?
Maharas is about 8 km from Banma Itahri, the block headquarters listed in the available records.
What education facilities are listed for Maharas?
The village facility record lists 2 government primary schools and 1 government middle school for Maharas.
What crops or land-use details are reported for Maharas?
For Maharas, reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, net sown area is 200 hectares and irrigated land is 188.5 hectares.
Are bank ATM, CDM or CRM services listed near Maharas?
The page shows 7 matched bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine or Cash Recycler Machine service records near or within the same matched area for Maharas. These records include 4 banks. Verify current service status with the bank before visiting.