Jitapur - Murliganj, Madhepura
Jitapur is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Jitapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitapur is 225989. The village covers a total geographical area of 731 hectares and falls under the 852114 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jitapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhepura Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jitapur
As per Census 2011, Jitapur village has a total population of 6,968 people, consisting of 3,648 males and 3,320 females. The village has 1,531 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,576 literate and 4,392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,064 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jitapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,968 | 3,648 | 3,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,329 | 735 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,064 | 1,052 | 1,012 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,576 | 1,614 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,392 | 2,034 | 2,358 |
Nearby Villages of Jitapur
Jitapur 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 Jitapur
Jitapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Jitapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Jitapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Jitapur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jitapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jitapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jitapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jitapur 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 Jitapur
Where is Jitapur located?
Jitapur village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jitapur?
Jitapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jitapur?
The pincode of Jitapur is 852114.
What is the population of Jitapur?
Jitapur has a total population of 6,968, including 3,648 males and 3,320 females.
How many households are there in Jitapur?
There are 1,531 households in Jitapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jitapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitapur is 36.97%. Male literacy is 44.24% and female literacy is 28.98%.