Jafarpur - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Jafarpur is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Barna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jafarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jafarpur is 227848. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Jafarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jafarpur
As per Census 2011, Jafarpur village has a total population of 2,199 people, consisting of 1,199 males and 1,000 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 1,166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jafarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,199 | 1,199 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 257 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 754 | 417 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 685 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 514 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Jafarpur
Jafarpur 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 Jafarpur
Public transport in the Jafarpur 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 Darbhanga to Jafarpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jafarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jafarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jafarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jafarpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jafarpur
Where is Jafarpur located?
Jafarpur village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jafarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jafarpur is Barna.
What is the pincode of Jafarpur?
The pincode of Jafarpur is 848213.
What is the population of Jafarpur?
Jafarpur has a total population of 2,199, including 1,199 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Jafarpur?
There are 518 households in Jafarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jafarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafarpur is 46.98%. Male literacy is 57.13% and female literacy is 34.80%.