Madhepur - Madhepur, Madhubani
Madhepur is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. Madhepur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhepur is 220850. The village covers a total geographical area of 1102.4 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Madhepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhepur
As per Census 2011, Madhepur village has a total population of 25,831 people, consisting of 13,484 males and 12,347 females. The village has 5,720 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,129 literate and 11,702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,831 | 13,484 | 12,347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,536 | 2,281 | 2,255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,592 | 1,880 | 1,712 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 14,129 | 8,444 | 5,685 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,702 | 5,040 | 6,662 |
Nearby Villages of Madhepur
Madhepur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahisan | East | 2.19 km |
| Pure | North | 2.24 km |
| Sikaria | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Bhumpur | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Sarauni | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Laufa | West | 3.13 km |
| Chandradip | South | 3.63 km |
| Belauncha | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Asam | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Khajura | South | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhepur
Madhepur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madhepur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Madhepur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhepur 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 Madhepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madhepur
Where is Madhepur located?
Madhepur village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhepur is Madhepur East.
What is the pincode of Madhepur?
The pincode of Madhepur is 847408.
What is the population of Madhepur?
Madhepur has a total population of 25,831, including 13,484 males and 12,347 females.
How many households are there in Madhepur?
There are 5,720 households in Madhepur.
What is the literacy rate in Madhepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhepur is 54.70%. Male literacy is 62.62% and female literacy is 46.04%.