Geaspur - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Geaspur is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Hirni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geaspur is 227879. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Geaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Geaspur
As per Census 2011, Geaspur village has a total population of 973 people, consisting of 500 males and 473 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Geaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 500 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 223 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 230 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 270 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Geaspur
Geaspur 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 Geaspur
Public transport in the Geaspur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Geaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Geaspur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Geaspur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geaspur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Geaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Geaspur
Where is Geaspur located?
Geaspur village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Geaspur is Hirni.
What is the pincode of Geaspur?
The pincode of Geaspur is 848213.
What is the population of Geaspur?
Geaspur has a total population of 973, including 500 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Geaspur?
There are 206 households in Geaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Geaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geaspur is 34.43%. Male literacy is 46.00% and female literacy is 22.20%.