Maheshpur - Jagdishpur, Bhagalpur
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Jagdishpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagdishpur and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Khiribandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 240025. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 812005 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpur
As per Census 2011, Maheshpur village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 248 males and 214 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 248 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 198 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 50 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Maheshpur 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 Maheshpur
Public transport in the Maheshpur 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Maheshpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Maheshpur is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Maheshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpur 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 Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Jagdishpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Khiribandh.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 812005.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur has a total population of 462, including 248 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
There are 103 households in Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur is 77.71%. Male literacy is 79.84% and female literacy is 75.23%.