Makundpur Urf Gangapur - Patepur, Vaishali
Makundpur Urf Gangapur is a village situated in the Patepur subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patepur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Saidpur Dumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makundpur Urf Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makundpur Urf Gangapur is 235115. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 844113 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Makundpur Urf Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Makundpur Urf Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Makundpur Urf Gangapur village had a total population of 3,513 people, including 1,837 males and 1,676 females, living in 588 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.68%, with male literacy at 78.00% and female literacy at 60.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 388.
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 | 3,513 | 1,837 | 1,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 310 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 201 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,013 | 1,191 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,500 | 646 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Makundpur Urf Gangapur
Makundpur Urf Gangapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saidpur Dumra | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Teknari Urf Ganga Ram Chak | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Nasir Chak | North | 1.60 km |
| Chak Ibrahim | South | 1.68 km |
| Khesrahi Urf Raghunathpur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Repura Urf Rampur Sikandar | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Ababakarpur | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Simarwara Durgapur | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Ahmadpur Urf Hasanpur Majhauli | North | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makundpur Urf Gangapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Makundpur Urf Gangapur. The nearest railway station is Dholi, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hajipur to Makundpur Urf Gangapur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makundpur Urf Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makundpur Urf Gangapur 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 Makundpur Urf Gangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makundpur Urf Gangapur 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Makundpur Urf Gangapur
Where is Makundpur Urf Gangapur located?
Makundpur Urf Gangapur village is located in Patepur Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makundpur Urf Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makundpur Urf Gangapur is Saidpur Dumra.
What is the pincode of Makundpur Urf Gangapur?
The pincode of Makundpur Urf Gangapur is 844113.
What is the population of Makundpur Urf Gangapur?
Makundpur Urf Gangapur had a total population of 3,513, including 1,837 males and 1,676 females.
How many households are there in Makundpur Urf Gangapur?
Makundpur Urf Gangapur had 588 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makundpur Urf Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makundpur Urf Gangapur was 69.68%. Male literacy was 78.00% and female literacy was 60.35%.