Maheshpur

Maheshpur is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Bansgaon is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.

Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Maheshpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 224976. The village spans a total geographical area of 516 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855102. Katihar is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.

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Population of Maheshpur

Below is a concise population overview of Maheshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,469 2,791 2,678
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,253 615 638
Scheduled Castes (SC) 128 66 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 996 593 403
Illiterate Population 4,473 2,198 2,275

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:

  • The total population of Maheshpur village is around 5,469, including approximately 2,791 males and 2,678 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,253 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maheshpur village has 128 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 18.21%, with male literacy at 21.25% and female literacy at 15.05%.
  • There are around 982 households in Maheshpur village.

Connectivity of Maheshpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Maheshpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshpur.

Puria Shikarpur Chhota Sikarpur Dogachh Bazidgachh Bansgaon Nandal Sorakhar Bhawanipur Goaltoli Nisarpatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur

Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Bansgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 855102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 5,469, with 2,791 males and 2,678 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 982 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 18.21%. The male literacy rate is 21.25%, while the female literacy rate is 15.05%.