Jagatpur - Phulparas, Madhubani
Jagatpur is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Dharmdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagatpur is 220126. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.3 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jagatpur 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 Jagatpur
As per Census 2011, Jagatpur village has a total population of 3,775 people, consisting of 1,965 males and 1,810 females. The village has 712 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,191 literate and 1,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,775 | 1,965 | 1,810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 310 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,191 | 1,369 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 596 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Jagatpur
Jagatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khargawan | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Sijaulia | East | 2.10 km |
| Bachhauni | West | 2.21 km |
| Dharamdiha | West | 2.40 km |
| Amouja | North | 2.76 km |
| Saini | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Khopa | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Hariari | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Belmohan | South | 3.42 km |
| Baika | South-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagatpur
Public transport in the Jagatpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vachaspati Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Jagatpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Jagatpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagatpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jagatpur
Where is Jagatpur located?
Jagatpur village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagatpur is Dharmdiha.
What is the pincode of Jagatpur?
The pincode of Jagatpur is 847402.
What is the population of Jagatpur?
Jagatpur has a total population of 3,775, including 1,965 males and 1,810 females.
How many households are there in Jagatpur?
There are 712 households in Jagatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagatpur is 58.04%. Male literacy is 69.67% and female literacy is 45.41%.