Maheshpur

Maheshpur is a village located in Baghmara Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Baghmara (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Maheshpur 2 is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.

Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Maheshpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 361464. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares. Dhanbad is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Maheshpur

Below is a concise population overview of Maheshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:

  • The total population of Maheshpur village is around 1,764, including approximately 900 males and 864 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maheshpur village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 53.74%, with male literacy at 64.44% and female literacy at 42.59%.
  • There are around 309 households in Maheshpur village.

Connectivity of Maheshpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Maheshpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshpur.

Mahtotanr Jarmunai Alias Murchakoca Bhimatanr Barwadih Bardar Karanpura Alias Kasitanr Daludih Rajbanspahar Saraidaha Padum Chand Chungi

Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur

Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is situated in Baghmara Katras Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Maheshpur 2 (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 1,764, with 900 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 53.74%. The male literacy rate is 64.44%, while the female literacy rate is 42.59%.