Masudanpur - Shambhuganj, Banka
Masudanpur is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Chhatrahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masudanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masudanpur is 240397. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Masudanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Masudanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Masudanpur village had a total population of 32 people, including 19 males and 13 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 684 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.38%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 18.18%.
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 | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Masudanpur
Masudanpur 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 Masudanpur
Masudanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sultanganj to Masudanpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Masudanpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masudanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masudanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Masudanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masudanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Masudanpur
Where is Masudanpur located?
Masudanpur village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Masudanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Masudanpur is Chhatrahar.
What is the pincode of Masudanpur?
The pincode of Masudanpur is 813211.
What is the population of Masudanpur?
Masudanpur had a total population of 32, including 19 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Masudanpur?
Masudanpur had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masudanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masudanpur was 41.38%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 18.18%.