Maheshpur - Sabour, Bhagalpur
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Sabour subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sabour and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Baijalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 239367. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 813210 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 21 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
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village had a total population of 994 people, including 525 males and 469 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.56%, with male literacy at 79.21% and female literacy at 65.12%.
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 | 994 | 525 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 343 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 182 | 217 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maheshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Maheshpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Sabour Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Baijalpur.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 813210.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur had a total population of 994, including 525 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
Maheshpur had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur was 72.56%. Male literacy was 79.21% and female literacy was 65.12%.