Mohanpur - Shambhuganj, Banka
Mohanpur is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Poukari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohanpur is 240471. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mohanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Mohanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mohanpur village had a total population of 620 people, including 333 males and 287 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.40%, with male literacy at 93.58% and female literacy at 84.46%.
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 | 620 | 333 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 277 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 56 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Mohanpur
Mohanpur 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 Mohanpur
Public transport in the Mohanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mohanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Mohanpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mohanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mohanpur
Where is Mohanpur located?
Mohanpur village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mohanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohanpur is Poukari.
What is the pincode of Mohanpur?
The pincode of Mohanpur is 813211.
What is the population of Mohanpur?
Mohanpur had a total population of 620, including 333 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Mohanpur?
Mohanpur had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mohanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohanpur was 89.40%. Male literacy was 93.58% and female literacy was 84.46%.