Mednipur - Dinara, Rohtas
Mednipur is a village situated in the Dinara subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dinara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Medani Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mednipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mednipur is 250841. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 802211 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Mednipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mednipur
As per Census 2011, Mednipur village has a total population of 2,236 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,101 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 1,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mednipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,236 | 1,135 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 211 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 363 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 701 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 434 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Mednipur
Mednipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukurha | South | 1.06 km |
| Bensagar | West | 1.26 km |
| Anwarhi | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Bahrar | South | 1.70 km |
| Damdiha | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 2.05 km |
| Kharanti | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Chorpokhar English | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Koraria | West | 2.25 km |
| Ladai Dih | South | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mednipur
Mednipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bikramganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| 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 Sasaram to Mednipur is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mednipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mednipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mednipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mednipur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mednipur
Where is Mednipur located?
Mednipur village is located in Dinara Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mednipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mednipur is Medani Pur.
What is the pincode of Mednipur?
The pincode of Mednipur is 802211.
What is the population of Mednipur?
Mednipur has a total population of 2,236, including 1,135 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Mednipur?
There are 376 households in Mednipur.
What is the literacy rate in Mednipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mednipur is 52.95%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 43.87%.