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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahkampur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahkampur village had a total population of 931 people, including 488 males and 443 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.90%, with male literacy at 68.67% and female literacy at 43.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 931 | 488 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 931, including 488 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Mahkampur?
Mahkampur had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahkampur was 56.90%. Male literacy was 68.67% and female literacy was 43.66%.