How many villages are in Nauhatta Block?
Nauhatta Block has 55 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 54 inhabited villages. They are part of Saharsa district in Bihar.
Indian Village Directory
Nauhatta Block Village List
Nauhatta Block in Saharsa district, Bihar has 55 Census 2011 village records, including 54 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 161,784 people, 33,453 households and 16,988.66 hectares. Reported local context includes 22 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Villages55
Inhabited Villages54
Population161,784
Households33,453
Area (ha)16,988.66
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Nauhatta Block is in Saharsa district, Bihar.
- Village Records
- 55 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 54
- Listed Population
- 161,784
- Households
- 33,453
- Recorded Village Area
- 16,988.66 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 22
- Largest by Population
- Nauhatta (25,347 people)
- Largest by Area
- Nauhatta (2,053 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Nauhatta is the highest-population village listed in Nauhatta Block, with 25,347 people and 5,043 households. It represents 16% of the listed block village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nauhatta | 25,347 | 16% | 5,043 | 5 | 2,053 | 1,234.6 | Saharsa | 22.0 |
| 2 | Bakaunia | 8,555 | 5.3% | 1,665 | 5.1 | 1,110 | 770.7 | Saharsa | 42.0 |
| 3 | Murajpur | 7,961 | 4.9% | 1,704 | 4.7 | 600 | 1,326.8 | Supaul | 28.0 |
| 4 | Darhar | 7,484 | 4.6% | 1,637 | 4.6 | 724 | 1,033.7 | Supaul | 37.0 |
| 5 | Chandrain | 6,754 | 4.2% | 1,297 | 5.2 | 552 | 1,223.6 | Supaul | 25.0 |
| 6 | Kharhatelwa | 6,720 | 4.2% | 1,452 | 4.6 | 669 | 1,004.5 | Supaul | 22.0 |
| 7 | Sataur | 6,430 | 4% | 1,248 | 5.2 | 709 | 906.9 | Supaul | 30.0 |
| 8 | Aunira Ramauli | 5,523 | 3.4% | 1,215 | 4.5 | 476 | 1,160.3 | Supaul | 22.0 |
| 9 | Shahpur | 4,906 | 3% | 961 | 5.1 | 343.06 | 1,430.1 | Supaul | 25.0 |
| 10 | Kadli Patti | 4,272 | 2.6% | 922 | 4.6 | 498.23 | 857.4 | Saharsa | 35.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Nauhatta has the largest recorded village area in Nauhatta Block, at 2,053 hectares. This is 12% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nauhatta | 2,053 | 12% | 25,347 | 1,234.6 | 5,043 | 2.46 | Saharsa | 22.0 |
| 2 | Bakaunia | 1,110 | 6.5% | 8,555 | 770.7 | 1,665 | 1.5 | Saharsa | 42.0 |
| 3 | Ekarh | 754 | 4.4% | 3,505 | 464.9 | 864 | 1.15 | Supaul | 26.0 |
| 4 | Darhar | 724 | 4.3% | 7,484 | 1,033.7 | 1,637 | 2.26 | Supaul | 37.0 |
| 5 | Sataur | 709 | 4.2% | 6,430 | 906.9 | 1,248 | 1.76 | Supaul | 30.0 |
| 6 | Kharhatelwa | 669 | 3.9% | 6,720 | 1,004.5 | 1,452 | 2.17 | Supaul | 22.0 |
| 7 | Murajpur | 600 | 3.5% | 7,961 | 1,326.8 | 1,704 | 2.84 | Supaul | 28.0 |
| 8 | Chandrain | 552 | 3.2% | 6,754 | 1,223.6 | 1,297 | 2.35 | Supaul | 25.0 |
| 9 | Kadli Patti | 498.23 | 2.9% | 4,272 | 857.4 | 922 | 1.85 | Saharsa | 35.0 |
| 10 | Aunira Ramauli | 476 | 2.8% | 5,523 | 1,160.3 | 1,215 | 2.55 | Supaul | 22.0 |
Villages in Nauhatta Block
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Nauhatta Block. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
A Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asnahi Patti | 226257 | 1,929 | 382 | 194 | Nauhatta | Kedli | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Aunira Ramauli | 226279 | 5,523 | 1,215 | 476 | Nauhatta | Kharka Telwa | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakaunia | 226261 | 8,555 | 1,665 | 1,110 | Nauhatta | Darhar, Bakunia | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Baksuar | 226282 | 625 | 137 | 42 | Nauhatta | Muradpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
| Balugaon Urf Chhatra | 226251 | 189 | 41 | 115 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Barahi | 226244 | 2,097 | 445 | 301 | Nauhatta | Hati | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Bargaon | 226254 | 1,429 | 278 | 112 | Nauhatta | Kedli | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Bargaon Arazi | 226255 | 610 | 145 | 180.38 | Nauhatta | Kedli | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Barhampur | 226275 | 0 | — | 57.25 | Nauhatta | Mohanpur | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Barhara | 226262 | 4,009 | 834 | 243 | Nauhatta | Darhar | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bariari | 226259 | 1,362 | 268 | 309 | Nauhatta | Hati | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bhakua | 226272 | 1,076 | 255 | 177 | Nauhatta | Mohanpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
| Bhelahi | 226270 | 1,563 | 341 | 297 | Nauhatta | Naula | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Birjain | 226288 | 1,136 | 230 | 141 | Nauhatta | Bakunia, Sattour | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
C Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandrain | 226284 | 6,754 | 1,297 | 552 | Nauhatta | Sattour, Chandrain | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Chhataun | 226264 | 1,393 | 287 | 161.85 | Nauhatta | Kedli | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
D Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darhar | 226269 | 7,484 | 1,637 | 724 | Nauhatta | Naula, Darhar | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Deoka | 226238 | 2,225 | 430 | 165 | Nauhatta | Hati | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Dharampur | 226252 | 1,164 | 236 | 80 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Dharhara | 226281 | 2,064 | 408 | 92 | Nauhatta | Muradpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
| Dumra | 226247 | 2,382 | 468 | 237 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
E Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ekarh | 226285 | 3,505 | 864 | 754 | Nauhatta | Chandrain | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Enaetpur | 226280 | 1,452 | 366 | 185 | Nauhatta | Mohanpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
G Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garhia | 226274 | 1,855 | 392 | 79 | Nauhatta | Mohanpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Garhia Lohir | 226271 | 1,419 | 274 | 115 | Nauhatta | Mohanpur, Naula | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Gobindpur | 226268 | 964 | 191 | 190 | Nauhatta | Darhar | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
H Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hati | 226242 | 1,263 | 301 | 320 | Nauhatta | Hati | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Hempur | 226253 | 1,780 | 361 | 140 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadli Patti | 226249 | 4,272 | 922 | 498.23 | Nauhatta | Kedli | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Kaithwar | 226239 | 1,258 | 301 | 245 | Nauhatta | Hati | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Kaliali | 226241 | 448 | 109 | 280 | Nauhatta | Hati | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Kasimpur | 226245 | 2,494 | 497 | 222 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Kathwar Arazi | 226243 | 1,344 | 273 | 67 | Nauhatta | Hati | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Kharhatelwa | 226278 | 6,720 | 1,452 | 669 | Nauhatta | Muradpur, Kharka Telwa | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kumhrauli | 226276 | 1,552 | 348 | 121 | Nauhatta | Mohanpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
L Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lalpur | 226291 | 2,763 | 671 | 408 | Nauhatta | Naula | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahua | 226263 | 523 | 104 | 170 | Nauhatta | Darhar | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Mohammadpur | 226273 | 697 | 150 | 52.07 | Nauhatta | Mohanpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Mohanpur | 226277 | 2,923 | 644 | 381 | Nauhatta | Shahpur, Mohanpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Mojuaul | 226266 | 3,698 | 706 | 105.75 | Nauhatta | Shahpur | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Murajpur | 226283 | 7,961 | 1,704 | 600 | Nauhatta | Chandrain, Muradpur | Supaul | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
| Murlipur | 226240 | 2,440 | 448 | 314 | Nauhatta | Hati | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
N Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narainpur | 226290 | 3,335 | 641 | 343 | Nauhatta | Sattour | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Narga | 226289 | 345 | 77 | 122.99 | Nauhatta | Sattour | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Nauhatta | 226256 | 25,347 | 5,043 | 2,053 | Nauhatta | Nauhatta West | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Naula | 226287 | 3,958 | 939 | 473 | Nauhatta | Naula | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paliarpur | 226265 | 1,984 | 425 | 149.96 | Nauhatta | Kedli | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Panduba | 226246 | 1,245 | 262 | 144 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Parkhotimpur | 226248 | 1,572 | 260 | 86 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
| Partaha | 226260 | 2,373 | 419 | 179.12 | Nauhatta | Bakunia | Supoul | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
R Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rampur | 226258 | 1,703 | 349 | 270 | Nauhatta | Kedli | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rasulpur | 226286 | 2,649 | 547 | 361 | Nauhatta | Naula | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
S Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sataur | 226292 | 6,430 | 1,248 | 709 | Nauhatta | Sattour | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Shahpur | 226267 | 4,906 | 961 | 343.06 | Nauhatta | Shahpur, Nauhatta West | Supaul | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
T Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tikpuli Chak Khuti Badh | 226250 | 1,037 | 205 | 72 | Nauhatta | Kashimpur | Saharsa | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Nauhatta
Nauhatta Block has 3 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 1 banks and 2 PIN codes. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 3 entries (100%). PIN code 852201 has the highest listed count, with 2 records (67%). Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
Records / 100 Villages5.5
ATM Share100%
CDM Share0%
CRM Share0%
Records / Bank3
- ATM/CDM/CRM Records
- 3
- ATMs
- 3
- Banks
- 1
- PINs
- 2
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 3 | 100% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 3 | 100% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 852201 | 2 | 67% |
| 852202 | 1 | 33% |
PIN-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| PIN | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 852201 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 852202 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show real bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records for Nauhatta Block, including banks such as State Bank of India. The source dataset is Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-sourced bank service data, but the services belong to the listed banks.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | ATM | 852202 | Saharsa | Nauhatta | Mohanpur | State Bank of India Branch-Mohanpur Saharsa State Bank of India Branch-Mohanpur Saharsa, Saharsa, Bihar, 852202 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 852201 | Saharsa | Nauhatta | Barhara | Majora Behariganj Majora Behariganj, Saharsa, Bihar, 852201 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Nauhatta Block has 161,784 people in 33,453 households across 55 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village2,942
Average Household Size4.8
Inhabited Village %98%
Population Density / sq km952.3
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population161,784
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Nauhatta villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 22 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Bakunia, Bakunia, Sattour and Chandrain.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported22
Nearest Town Names Reported3
CD blocks reported: Nauhatta.
Gram Panchayats reported: Bakunia, Bakunia, Sattour, Chandrain, Chandrain, Muradpur, Darhar, Darhar, Bakunia, Hati, Kashimpur, Kedli, Kharka Telwa, Mohanpur, Mohanpur, Naula and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Nauhatta Block is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 54 villages (98%), mobile coverage in 51 villages (93%), all-weather road in 40 villages (73%), domestic power supply in 22 villages (40%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 54 | 54 | 1 | 98.18 |
| Mobile Coverage | 51 | 54 | 4 | 92.73 |
| All-Weather Road | 40 | 54 | 15 | 72.73 |
| PDS Shop | 29 | 54 | 26 | 52.73 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 22 | 54 | 33 | 40 |
Median Nearest Town Distance30 km
Villages within 5 km0
Villages over 25 km35
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 0 | 0% |
| 5-10 Km | 0 | 0% |
| 10-25 Km | 19 | 35% |
| Over 25 Km | 35 | 65% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Nauhatta villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 54 villages, with an average of 30.59 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 45.0 km for Murlipur. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 54 | 30.59 | 45 | Murlipur | Saharsa |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Nauhatta Block. The page summarises 26 data fields and 1,413 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 330 | 220 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 163 | 109 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 164 | 162 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 432 | 188 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 108 | 91 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 54 | 29 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 162 | 66 |
Official Reference Links
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Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Nauhatta Block?
Nauhatta is the most populated village listed for Nauhatta Block, with 25,347 people and 5,043 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Nauhatta Block?
Nauhatta has the largest recorded village area in Nauhatta Block, at 2,053 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Nauhatta Block?
The administrative summary reports 22 Gram Panchayats for Nauhatta Block. Reported names include Bakunia, Bakunia, Sattour and Chandrain.
What village facilities are reported in Nauhatta Block?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 54 villages, mobile coverage in 51 villages, all-weather road in 40 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What bank ATM, CDM and CRM records are available for Nauhatta Block?
Nauhatta Block has 3 bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records from RBI-sourced data. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 3 entries. Verify current service details with the bank.
What can I find in the Nauhatta Block village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Nauhatta also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.