Jahangirpur - Dumri Katsari, Sheohar
Jahangirpur is a village situated in the Dumri Katsari subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri Katsari and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Jahangirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahangirpur is 218864. The village covers a total geographical area of 535 hectares and falls under the 843301 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 9 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 7,203 people, consisting of 3,721 males and 3,482 females. The village has 1,702 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,730 literate and 4,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jahangirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,203 | 3,721 | 3,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,384 | 695 | 689 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,346 | 668 | 678 |
| Literate Population | 2,730 | 1,591 | 1,139 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,473 | 2,130 | 2,343 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheohar to Jahangirpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jahangirpur
Where is Jahangirpur located?
Jahangirpur village is located in Dumri Katsari Subdivision, Sheohar 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 843301.
What is the population of Jahangirpur?
Jahangirpur has a total population of 7,203, including 3,721 males and 3,482 females.
How many households are there in Jahangirpur?
There are 1,702 households in Jahangirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jahangirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahangirpur is 37.90%. Male literacy is 42.76% and female literacy is 32.71%.