Senpur - Maheshpur, Pakur
Senpur is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Jaynagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Senpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Senpur is 360801. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.22 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Senpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Senpur
According to the 2011 Census, Senpur village had a total population of 669 people, including 343 males and 326 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.95%, with male literacy at 59.64% and female literacy at 43.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 669 | 343 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 68 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 164 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 179 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Senpur
Senpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tolasenpur | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Mirpur | North | 1.21 km |
| Bara | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Palsa | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Raghurampur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Ranga | South | 1.56 km |
| Radepur | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Parkara | North | 1.83 km |
| Tolajainagar | West | 1.95 km |
| Chak Mahulbana | South-West | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Senpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Senpur. The nearest railway station is Chatra, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakur to Senpur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Senpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Senpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Senpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Senpur 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 Senpur
Where is Senpur located?
Senpur village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Senpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Senpur is Jaynagar.
What is the pincode of Senpur?
The pincode of Senpur is 816106.
What is the population of Senpur?
Senpur had a total population of 669, including 343 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Senpur?
Senpur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Senpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Senpur was 51.95%. Male literacy was 59.64% and female literacy was 43.10%.