Roshanpur - Kanti, Muzaffarpur
Roshanpur is a village situated in the Kanti subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanti and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Harchanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roshanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roshanpur is 228653. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.6 hectares and falls under the 843109 pincode. Kanti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Roshanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Roshanpur
As per Census 2011, Roshanpur village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 435 males and 399 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roshanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 435 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 309 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 126 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Roshanpur
Roshanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamala Rasulpur Shekh | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Rasulpur Kariat | East | 1.00 km |
| Muhammadpur Kanti | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Panapur Kariat | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Harchanda | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Jalgaon Urf Phul Kahan Subodh | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Phul Kahan Mani | West | 1.88 km |
| Arara Urf Harpur Hari | North | 1.89 km |
| Serukahi | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Kabilpur | East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roshanpur
Roshanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanti, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanti to Roshanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffarpur to Roshanpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roshanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roshanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Roshanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roshanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Roshanpur
Where is Roshanpur located?
Roshanpur village is located in Kanti Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roshanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Roshanpur is Harchanda.
What is the pincode of Roshanpur?
The pincode of Roshanpur is 843109.
What is the population of Roshanpur?
Roshanpur has a total population of 834, including 435 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Roshanpur?
There are 134 households in Roshanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Roshanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roshanpur is 61.87%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 51.88%.