Jahangirpur - Sonepur, Saran
Jahangirpur is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Jahagir Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahangirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahangirpur is 234550. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jahangirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jahangirpur
As per Census 2011, Jahangirpur village has a total population of 3,498 people, consisting of 1,869 males and 1,629 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,971 literate and 1,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 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 | 3,498 | 1,869 | 1,629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 310 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 237 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,213 | 758 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,527 | 656 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Jahangirpur
Jahangirpur 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 Jahangirpur
Jahangirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jahangirpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Jahangirpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Jahangirpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jahangirpur
Where is Jahangirpur located?
Jahangirpur village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahangirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahangirpur is Jahagir Pur.
What is the pincode of Jahangirpur?
The pincode of Jahangirpur is 841101.
What is the population of Jahangirpur?
Jahangirpur has a total population of 3,498, including 1,869 males and 1,629 females.
How many households are there in Jahangirpur?
There are 597 households in Jahangirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jahangirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahangirpur is 56.35%. Male literacy is 64.90% and female literacy is 46.53%.