Jahangirpur - Singhia, Samastipur
Jahangirpur is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Jahangirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahangirpur is 237206. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jahangirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hasanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jahangirpur
As per Census 2011, Jahangirpur village has a total population of 5,554 people, consisting of 2,871 males and 2,683 females. The village has 1,008 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,178 literate and 3,376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jahangirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,554 | 2,871 | 2,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,239 | 615 | 624 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,746 | 893 | 853 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,178 | 1,426 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,376 | 1,445 | 1,931 |
Nearby Villages of Jahangirpur
Jahangirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goal Dhanaila | West | 1.98 km |
| Agraul | East | 2.02 km |
| Kharahia | South | 2.09 km |
| Keshrora | West | 2.15 km |
| Dudhpura | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Lagma | East | 2.62 km |
| Mahekhaira | North | 2.91 km |
| Bhatandi | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Pararia | West | 3.19 km |
| Salepur | North-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jahangirpur
Jahangirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naya Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rosera to Jahangirpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Jahangirpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jahangirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahangirpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jahangirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahangirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jahangirpur
Where is Jahangirpur located?
Jahangirpur village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahangirpur?
Jahangirpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jahangirpur?
The pincode of Jahangirpur is 848117.
What is the population of Jahangirpur?
Jahangirpur has a total population of 5,554, including 2,871 males and 2,683 females.
How many households are there in Jahangirpur?
There are 1,008 households in Jahangirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jahangirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahangirpur is 39.21%. Male literacy is 49.67% and female literacy is 28.03%.