Madhepur - Manigachhi, Darbhanga
Madhepur is a village situated in the Manigachhi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manigachhi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ujan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhepur is 227152. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Madhepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhepur
As per Census 2011, Madhepur village has a total population of 1,716 people, consisting of 888 males and 828 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 852 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,716 | 888 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 163 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 154 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 852 | 535 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 353 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Madhepur
Madhepur 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 Madhepur
Madhepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Madhepur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Madhepur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Madhepur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madhepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhepur 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 Madhepur
Where is Madhepur located?
Madhepur village is located in Manigachhi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhepur is Ujan.
What is the pincode of Madhepur?
The pincode of Madhepur is 847423.
What is the population of Madhepur?
Madhepur has a total population of 1,716, including 888 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Madhepur?
There are 360 households in Madhepur.
What is the literacy rate in Madhepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhepur is 49.65%. Male literacy is 60.25% and female literacy is 38.29%.