Maheshpur - Kundhit, Jamtara
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Bankathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 373233. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.64 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maheshpur
As per Census 2011, Maheshpur village has a total population of 738 people, consisting of 383 males and 355 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 390 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 383 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 201 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 248 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 135 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Maheshpur 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 Maheshpur
Maheshpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Maheshpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 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 Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Bankathi.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 815359.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur has a total population of 738, including 383 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
There are 150 households in Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur is 50.54%. Male literacy is 64.75% and female literacy is 35.21%.