Maheshpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Maheshpur Ghanshyamchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 240243. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Kahalgaon 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 5,299 people, consisting of 2,770 males and 2,529 females. The village has 929 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 871 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,621 literate and 2,678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 763 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,299 | 2,770 | 2,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 442 | 429 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 391 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,621 | 1,583 | 1,038 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,678 | 1,187 | 1,491 |
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
Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Colgong to Maheshpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Maheshpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Maheshpur Ghanshyamchak.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 813205.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur has a total population of 5,299, including 2,770 males and 2,529 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
There are 929 households in Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur is 49.46%. Male literacy is 57.15% and female literacy is 41.04%.