Roshanpur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Roshanpur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Roushanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roshanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roshanpur is 239085. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 813206 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Roshanpur 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 Roshanpur
As per Census 2011, Roshanpur village has a total population of 3,672 people, consisting of 2,010 males and 1,662 females. The village has 625 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,654 literate and 2,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roshanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,672 | 2,010 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 679 | 372 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 408 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 1,033 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,018 | 977 | 1,041 |
Nearby Villages of Roshanpur
Roshanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirmahammadpur | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Chak Salem | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Nanhu Chak Urf Yusufpur | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Akbarpur | West | 1.49 km |
| Hamidpur | North | 1.61 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Serwani Chak Urf Bhagwan | East | 2.21 km |
| Patiasa | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Tarwan | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Muradpur Bharath | North | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roshanpur
Roshanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Narayanpur Anant, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.4 km.
| 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 Roshanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Roshanpur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roshanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roshanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roshanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roshanpur 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 Roshanpur
Where is Roshanpur located?
Roshanpur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roshanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Roshanpur is Roushanpur.
What is the pincode of Roshanpur?
The pincode of Roshanpur is 813206.
What is the population of Roshanpur?
Roshanpur has a total population of 3,672, including 2,010 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Roshanpur?
There are 625 households in Roshanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Roshanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roshanpur is 45.04%. Male literacy is 51.39% and female literacy is 37.36%.