Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Surajgarha (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Lakhisarai. As per 2009 stats, Maheshpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maheshpur unique in its vibrant Surajgarha-Lakhisarai region. You’ll see Maheshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maheshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 243457. The village spans a total geographical area of 523.7 hectares. Lakhisarai is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Maheshpur
Population of Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur has a total population of about 5,785, with approximately 3,079 males and 2,706 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 986 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 851 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.74%, with male literacy at about 60.38% and female literacy near 44.05%. There are around 940 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,785 | 3,079 | 2,706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 986 | 488 | 498 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 851 | 444 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,051 | 1,859 | 1,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,734 | 1,220 | 1,514 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur
- Where is Maheshpur located?
- Maheshpur village is situated in Surajgarha Subdivision, within the Lakhisarai district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- Maheshpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 5,785, with 3,079 males and 2,706 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 940 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 52.74%. The male literacy rate is 60.38%, while the female literacy rate is 44.05%.