Mahesbathan - Palojori, Deoghar
Mahesbathan is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Birajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahesbathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahesbathan is 355519. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Mahesbathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahesbathan
As per Census 2011, Mahesbathan village has a total population of 785 people, consisting of 410 males and 375 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 570 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahesbathan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 410 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 570 | 294 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 263 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 147 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Mahesbathan
Mahesbathan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karamchand | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Panremetariya | North | 1.21 km |
| Sirsiya | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Sitludih Chandpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Pahridih | South | 1.51 km |
| Rakhjor | West | 1.59 km |
| Manjhimetariya | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Koriadih | North | 2.22 km |
| Modi Bandh | West | 2.48 km |
| Masanjor | South | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahesbathan
Public transport in the Mahesbathan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Joramow, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Mahesbathan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahesbathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahesbathan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahesbathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahesbathan 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 Mahesbathan
Where is Mahesbathan located?
Mahesbathan village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahesbathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahesbathan is Birajpur.
What is the pincode of Mahesbathan?
The pincode of Mahesbathan is 814146.
What is the population of Mahesbathan?
Mahesbathan has a total population of 785, including 410 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Mahesbathan?
There are 147 households in Mahesbathan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahesbathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahesbathan is 52.74%. Male literacy is 64.15% and female literacy is 40.27%.