Mahendrapur
Mahendrapur is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Bikram Pur is the gram panchayat of Mahendrapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahendrapur unique in its vibrant Purnia East-Purnia region. You’ll see Mahendrapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahendrapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahendrapur is 223515. The village spans a total geographical area of 526 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Mahendrapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Mahendrapur
Population of Mahendrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahendrapur has a total population of about 5,444, with approximately 2,857 males and 2,587 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 809 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.43%, with male literacy at about 34.37% and female literacy near 23.97%. There are around 985 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahendrapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,444 | 2,857 | 2,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,147 | 575 | 572 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 809 | 411 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,602 | 982 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,842 | 1,875 | 1,967 |
Connectivity of Mahendrapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahendrapur. As per the 2011 stats, Mahendrapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahendrapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahendrapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahendrapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahendrapur
- Where is Mahendrapur located?
- Mahendrapur village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahendrapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahendrapur is Bikram Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mahendrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahendrapur is 5,444, with 2,857 males and 2,587 females.
- How many households are there in Mahendrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahendrapur village has a total of 985 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahendrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahendrapur is 29.43%. The male literacy rate is 34.37%, while the female literacy rate is 23.97%.