Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Angara subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Angara (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Sirka is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.
Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 373668. The village spans a total geographical area of 789.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835103. Angara is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Maheshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maheshpur
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,467 | 1,278 | 1,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 198 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 935 | 484 | 451 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 861 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 417 | 581 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:
- The total population of Maheshpur village is around 2,467, including approximately 1,278 males and 1,189 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 343 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshpur village has 288 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 935 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 59.55%, with male literacy at 67.37% and female literacy at 51.14%.
- There are around 499 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 village |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur
- Where is Maheshpur located?
- Maheshpur village is situated in Angara Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Sirka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
- The pincode of Maheshpur is 835103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 2,467, with 1,278 males and 1,189 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 499 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 59.55%. The male literacy rate is 67.37%, while the female literacy rate is 51.14%.