Maheshpura - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Maheshpura is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Maheshpur 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpura is 361464. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 828125 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Maheshpura 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 Maheshpura
As per Census 2011, Maheshpura village has a total population of 1,764 people, consisting of 900 males and 864 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 948 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,764 | 900 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 580 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 320 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpura
Maheshpura 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 Maheshpura
Maheshpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maheshpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Maheshpura is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maheshpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpura 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 Maheshpura
Where is Maheshpura located?
Maheshpura village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpura is Maheshpur 2.
What is the pincode of Maheshpura?
The pincode of Maheshpura is 828125.
What is the population of Maheshpura?
Maheshpura has a total population of 1,764, including 900 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpura?
There are 309 households in Maheshpura.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpura is 53.74%. Male literacy is 64.44% and female literacy is 42.59%.