Mahatpur - Gawan, Giridih
Mahatpur is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Gaddar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahatpur is 350293. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.33 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode.
Mahatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahatpur village had a total population of 461 people, including 232 males and 229 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.63%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 30.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 232 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 44 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 140 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 92 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Mahatpur
Mahatpur 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 Mahatpur
Mahatpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Giridih to Mahatpur is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahatpur 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 Mahatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahatpur
Where is Mahatpur located?
Mahatpur village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahatpur is Gaddar.
What is the pincode of Mahatpur?
The pincode of Mahatpur is 815313.
What is the population of Mahatpur?
Mahatpur had a total population of 461, including 232 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Mahatpur?
Mahatpur had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahatpur was 53.63%. Male literacy was 74.47% and female literacy was 30.59%.