Mahkampur - Pratappur, Chatra
Mahkampur is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Jogidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahkampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahkampur is 348300. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode.
Mahkampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahkampur
As per Census 2011, Mahkampur village has a total population of 931 people, consisting of 488 males and 443 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahkampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 488 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 274 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 214 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Mahkampur
Mahkampur 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 Mahkampur
Mahkampur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Mahkampur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahkampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahkampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahkampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahkampur 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 Mahkampur
Where is Mahkampur located?
Mahkampur village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahkampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahkampur is Jogidih.
What is the pincode of Mahkampur?
The pincode of Mahkampur is 825404.
What is the population of Mahkampur?
Mahkampur has a total population of 931, including 488 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Mahkampur?
There are 137 households in Mahkampur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahkampur is 46.08%. Male literacy is 56.15% and female literacy is 34.99%.