Meharpur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Meharpur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Roushanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meharpur is 239083. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 813222 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Meharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meharpur village had a total population of 1,597 people, including 842 males and 755 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 73.51% and female literacy at 50.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 1,597 | 842 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 170 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 494 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 348 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Meharpur
Meharpur 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 Meharpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meharpur.
| 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 Colgong to Meharpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Meharpur 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 Meharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meharpur 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 Meharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meharpur 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 Meharpur
Where is Meharpur located?
Meharpur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meharpur is Roushanpur.
What is the pincode of Meharpur?
The pincode of Meharpur is 813222.
What is the population of Meharpur?
Meharpur had a total population of 1,597, including 842 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Meharpur?
Meharpur had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meharpur was 62.89%. Male literacy was 73.51% and female literacy was 50.76%.