Mahadewpur - Gurua, Gaya
Mahadewpur is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Pakri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahadewpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahadewpur is 255612. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mahadewpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahadewpur
As per Census 2011, Mahadewpur village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 651 males and 578 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 683 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahadewpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 651 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 435 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 216 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Mahadewpur
Mahadewpur 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 Mahadewpur
Mahadewpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Sherghati to Mahadewpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Mahadewpur 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 Mahadewpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahadewpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahadewpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahadewpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahadewpur
Where is Mahadewpur located?
Mahadewpur village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahadewpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahadewpur is Pakri.
What is the pincode of Mahadewpur?
The pincode of Mahadewpur is 804405.
What is the population of Mahadewpur?
Mahadewpur has a total population of 1,229, including 651 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Mahadewpur?
There are 144 households in Mahadewpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahadewpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahadewpur is 55.57%. Male literacy is 66.82% and female literacy is 42.91%.