Mehsi - Bibhutpur, Samastipur
Mehsi is a village situated in the Bibhutpur subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bibhutpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Maheshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehsi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehsi is 237156. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.54 hectares and falls under the 848160 pincode. Dalsinghsarai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mehsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehsi
As per Census 2011, Mehsi village has a total population of 7,924 people, consisting of 4,005 males and 3,919 females. The village has 1,586 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,994 literate and 3,930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,924 | 4,005 | 3,919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,511 | 745 | 766 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,110 | 551 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,994 | 2,416 | 1,578 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,930 | 1,589 | 2,341 |
Nearby Villages of Mehsi
Mehsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupauli Khurd | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Bazidpur Bamaia | East | 2.55 km |
| Kerai | West | 2.81 km |
| Chak Habib | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Kalyanpur Bamola | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Chaita | North | 3.48 km |
| Shahpur Patohi | West | 3.72 km |
| Mustafapur Bhath | South | 4.28 km |
| Belsandi Dih | East | 4.59 km |
| Raghubarpur | South-West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehsi
Mehsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Angar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalsinghsarai to Mehsi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Mehsi is about 25 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 Mehsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehsi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mehsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehsi
Where is Mehsi located?
Mehsi village is located in Bibhutpur Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehsi is Maheshi.
What is the pincode of Mehsi?
The pincode of Mehsi is 848160.
What is the population of Mehsi?
Mehsi has a total population of 7,924, including 4,005 males and 3,919 females.
How many households are there in Mehsi?
There are 1,586 households in Mehsi.
What is the literacy rate in Mehsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehsi is 50.40%. Male literacy is 60.32% and female literacy is 40.27%.