Mangalpur - Amour, Purnia
Mangalpur is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bishunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalpur is 223764. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Mangalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mangalpur
As per Census 2011, Mangalpur village has a total population of 2,895 people, consisting of 1,581 males and 1,314 females. The village has 666 households and a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,165 literate and 1,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,895 | 1,581 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 305 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 788 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 793 | 937 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalpur
Mangalpur 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 Mangalpur
Public transport in the Mangalpur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Mangalpur is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalpur 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 Mangalpur
Where is Mangalpur located?
Mangalpur village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalpur is Bishunpur.
What is the pincode of Mangalpur?
The pincode of Mangalpur is 854315.
What is the population of Mangalpur?
Mangalpur has a total population of 2,895, including 1,581 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Mangalpur?
There are 666 households in Mangalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalpur is 40.24%. Male literacy is 49.84% and female literacy is 28.69%.