Mahpatia - Madhepur, Madhubani
Mahpatia is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Mahpatia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahpatia is 220901. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.6 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Mahpatia 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 Mahpatia
According to the 2011 Census, Mahpatia village had a total population of 6,859 people, including 3,515 males and 3,344 females, living in 1,444 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.80%, with male literacy at 52.69% and female literacy at 27.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 558.
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 | 6,859 | 3,515 | 3,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,741 | 858 | 883 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 282 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,088 | 1,400 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,771 | 2,115 | 2,656 |
Nearby Villages of Mahpatia
Mahpatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mani Mahpatia | South | 1.41 km |
| Chhatauni | North | 1.68 km |
| Mahsa | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Doalakh | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Lilja | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Goiahi | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Tangraha | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Bhagta | North | 3.34 km |
| Gopalpur Khurd | South | 3.85 km |
| Kharik | West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahpatia
Public transport in the Mahpatia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhanjharpur to Mahpatia is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Mahpatia is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahpatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahpatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahpatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahpatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahpatia
Where is Mahpatia located?
Mahpatia village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahpatia?
Mahpatia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahpatia?
The pincode of Mahpatia is 847408.
What is the population of Mahpatia?
Mahpatia had a total population of 6,859, including 3,515 males and 3,344 females.
How many households are there in Mahpatia?
Mahpatia had 1,444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahpatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahpatia was 40.80%. Male literacy was 52.69% and female literacy was 27.96%.