Makhdampur Dhapdhara - Puraini, Madhepura
Makhdampur Dhapdhara is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Makdampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makhdampur Dhapdhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhdampur Dhapdhara is 226139. The village covers a total geographical area of 850 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Makhdampur Dhapdhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makhdampur Dhapdhara
According to the 2011 Census, Makhdampur Dhapdhara village had a total population of 10,089 people, including 5,308 males and 4,781 females, living in 1,720 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.02%, with male literacy at 55.43% and female literacy at 33.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,486, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,089 | 5,308 | 4,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,325 | 1,198 | 1,127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,486 | 802 | 684 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,495 | 2,278 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,594 | 3,030 | 3,564 |
Nearby Villages of Makhdampur Dhapdhara
Makhdampur Dhapdhara 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 Makhdampur Dhapdhara
Makhdampur Dhapdhara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Murliganj to Makhdampur Dhapdhara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Makhdampur Dhapdhara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhdampur Dhapdhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhdampur Dhapdhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makhdampur Dhapdhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhdampur Dhapdhara 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 Makhdampur Dhapdhara
Where is Makhdampur Dhapdhara located?
Makhdampur Dhapdhara village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhdampur Dhapdhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Makhdampur Dhapdhara is Makdampur.
What is the pincode of Makhdampur Dhapdhara?
The pincode of Makhdampur Dhapdhara is 852116.
What is the population of Makhdampur Dhapdhara?
Makhdampur Dhapdhara had a total population of 10,089, including 5,308 males and 4,781 females.
How many households are there in Makhdampur Dhapdhara?
Makhdampur Dhapdhara had 1,720 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhdampur Dhapdhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhdampur Dhapdhara was 45.02%. Male literacy was 55.43% and female literacy was 33.31%.