Meharpur

Meharpur is a village located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shambhuganj (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Jhakara is the gram panchayat of Meharpur village.

Meharpur has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Meharpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meharpur is 240427. The village spans a total geographical area of 84 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Meharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Meharpur

Below is a concise population overview of Meharpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,653 883 770
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 254 139 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 512 268 244
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,041 604 437
Illiterate Population 612 279 333

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meharpur village:

  • The total population of Meharpur village is around 1,653, including approximately 883 males and 770 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Meharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meharpur village has 512 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meharpur village is about 62.98%, with male literacy at 68.40% and female literacy at 56.75%.
  • There are around 300 households in Meharpur village.

Connectivity of Meharpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meharpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Meharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meharpur.

Kamargawan Belari Milik Belari Partapur Basohara Rampur Dharhi Chautara Narsandi Lokhna Bhadodih Bhadodih Milik

Frequently Asked Questions about Meharpur

Where is Meharpur located?
Meharpur village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meharpur is Jhakara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Meharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meharpur is 1,653, with 883 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Meharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meharpur village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meharpur is 62.98%. The male literacy rate is 68.40%, while the female literacy rate is 56.75%.