Mahespura - Jhanjharpur, Madhubani
Mahespura is a village situated in the Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhanjharpur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Simrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahespura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahespura is 220711. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.9 hectares and falls under the 847404 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mahespura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahespura
As per Census 2011, Mahespura village has a total population of 2,371 people, consisting of 1,263 males and 1,108 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,395 literate and 976 illiterate residents. Additionally, 446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahespura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,371 | 1,263 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 199 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 238 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 891 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 372 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Mahespura
Mahespura 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 Mahespura
Public transport in the Mahespura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahespura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Mahespura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Mahespura is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahespura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahespura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahespura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahespura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahespura
Where is Mahespura located?
Mahespura village is located in Jhanjharpur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahespura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahespura is Simrah.
What is the pincode of Mahespura?
The pincode of Mahespura is 847404.
What is the population of Mahespura?
Mahespura has a total population of 2,371, including 1,263 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Mahespura?
There are 456 households in Mahespura.
What is the literacy rate in Mahespura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahespura is 58.84%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 45.49%.