Mohanpur - Chhatapur, Supaul
Mohanpur is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Kathara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohanpur is 221090. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.11 hectares and falls under the 854339 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mohanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mohanpur
As per Census 2011, Mohanpur village has a total population of 3,478 people, consisting of 1,739 males and 1,739 females. The village has 579 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 805 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,256 literate and 2,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,478 | 1,739 | 1,739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 805 | 392 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 115 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 792 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,222 | 947 | 1,275 |
Nearby Villages of Mohanpur
Mohanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katahra | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Kochgaon | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Ajitnagar | East | 2.87 km |
| Lalpur | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Pithaura | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Belsandi | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Sahata | South | 3.45 km |
| Indarpur | North | 3.49 km |
| Gokhulpur | East | 4.44 km |
| Bhatabari | South-West | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohanpur
Mohanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Mohanpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Mohanpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mohanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mohanpur
Where is Mohanpur located?
Mohanpur village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohanpur is Kathara.
What is the pincode of Mohanpur?
The pincode of Mohanpur is 854339.
What is the population of Mohanpur?
Mohanpur has a total population of 3,478, including 1,739 males and 1,739 females.
How many households are there in Mohanpur?
There are 579 households in Mohanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mohanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohanpur is 36.11%. Male literacy is 45.54% and female literacy is 26.68%.