Mehdipur - Ranishwar, Dumka
Mehdipur is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raneshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bilkandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehdipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehdipur is 371242. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode.
Mehdipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehdipur
As per Census 2011, Mehdipur village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 187 males and 205 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 250 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehdipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 187 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 108 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Mehdipur
Mehdipur 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 Mehdipur
Public transport in the Mehdipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Mehdipur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehdipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehdipur 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 Mehdipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehdipur 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 Mehdipur
Where is Mehdipur located?
Mehdipur village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehdipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehdipur is Bilkandi.
What is the pincode of Mehdipur?
The pincode of Mehdipur is 814148.
What is the population of Mehdipur?
Mehdipur has a total population of 392, including 187 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Mehdipur?
There are 81 households in Mehdipur.
What is the literacy rate in Mehdipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehdipur is 36.22%. Male literacy is 42.25% and female literacy is 30.73%.