Jafarpur - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Jafarpur is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Jaffarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jafarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jafarpur is 219413. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Jafarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jafarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jafarpur village had a total population of 6,279 people, including 3,335 males and 2,944 females, living in 1,373 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.70%, with male literacy at 63.45% and female literacy at 44.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 910.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,279 | 3,335 | 2,944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,186 | 637 | 549 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 910 | 468 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,786 | 1,712 | 1,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,493 | 1,623 | 1,870 |
Nearby Villages of Jafarpur
Jafarpur 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 Jafarpur
Jafarpur 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 Belsand to Jafarpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Jafarpur 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 Jafarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jafarpur 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 Jafarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jafarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jafarpur
Where is Jafarpur located?
Jafarpur village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jafarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jafarpur is Jaffarpur.
What is the pincode of Jafarpur?
The pincode of Jafarpur is 843316.
What is the population of Jafarpur?
Jafarpur had a total population of 6,279, including 3,335 males and 2,944 females.
How many households are there in Jafarpur?
Jafarpur had 1,373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jafarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafarpur was 54.70%. Male literacy was 63.45% and female literacy was 44.84%.