Maranpur - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Maranpur is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Baruna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maranpur is 247597. The village covers a total geographical area of 743 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Maranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maranpur village had a total population of 4,807 people, including 2,493 males and 2,314 females, living in 834 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.40%, with male literacy at 80.18% and female literacy at 55.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 574.
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 | 4,807 | 2,493 | 2,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 813 | 419 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 289 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,732 | 1,663 | 1,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,075 | 830 | 1,245 |
Nearby Villages of Maranpur
Maranpur 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 Maranpur
Maranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Maranpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maranpur 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 Maranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Maranpur
Where is Maranpur located?
Maranpur village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maranpur is Baruna.
What is the pincode of Maranpur?
The pincode of Maranpur is 802201.
What is the population of Maranpur?
Maranpur had a total population of 4,807, including 2,493 males and 2,314 females.
How many households are there in Maranpur?
Maranpur had 834 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maranpur was 68.40%. Male literacy was 80.18% and female literacy was 55.68%.