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
As per Census 2011, Meharpur village has a total population of 1,597 people, consisting of 842 males and 755 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,597 | 842 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 170 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,597, including 842 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Meharpur?
There are 267 households in Meharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Meharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meharpur is 49.66%. Male literacy is 58.67% and female literacy is 39.60%.