Maheshpur - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Maheshpur 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 361551. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 828125 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpur
As per Census 2011, Maheshpur village has a total population of 3,234 people, consisting of 1,669 males and 1,565 females. The village has 633 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,225 literate and 1,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 931 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,234 | 1,669 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 228 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 931 | 466 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,225 | 1,278 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 391 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Maheshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maheshpurchak | South-East | 0.67 km |
| Moti Jharna | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Satuaghor | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Mande | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Kaliyani | South | 2.22 km |
| Saura | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Dhanbad | South | 3.52 km |
| Darkala | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Tuti | South-West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Moharajpur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dhanbad to Maheshpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpur 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 Maheshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Maheshpur 1.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 828125.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur has a total population of 3,234, including 1,669 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
There are 633 households in Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur is 68.80%. Male literacy is 76.57% and female literacy is 60.51%.