Jahangirpur - Gaighat, Muzaffarpur
Jahangirpur is a village situated in the Gaighat subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaighat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Shiv Daha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahangirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahangirpur is 229219. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.2 hectares and falls under the 843118 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jahangirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jahangirpur
As per Census 2011, Jahangirpur village has a total population of 1,609 people, consisting of 855 males and 754 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jahangirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,609 | 855 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 144 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 543 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 312 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Jahangirpur
Jahangirpur 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 Jahangirpur
Jahangirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Jahangirpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jahangirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahangirpur 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 Jahangirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahangirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jahangirpur
Where is Jahangirpur located?
Jahangirpur village is located in Gaighat Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahangirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahangirpur is Shiv Daha.
What is the pincode of Jahangirpur?
The pincode of Jahangirpur is 843118.
What is the population of Jahangirpur?
Jahangirpur has a total population of 1,609, including 855 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Jahangirpur?
There are 323 households in Jahangirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jahangirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahangirpur is 58.98%. Male literacy is 63.51% and female literacy is 53.85%.