Maharajpur - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Maharajpur is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Jamukeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maharajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharajpur is 388467. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Maharajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maharajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maharajpur village had a total population of 34 people, including 14 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.43%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 5.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Maharajpur
Maharajpur 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 Maharajpur
Public transport in the Maharajpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Karanjia to Maharajpur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Maharajpur 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 Maharajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharajpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maharajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharajpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maharajpur
Where is Maharajpur located?
Maharajpur village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maharajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maharajpur is Jamukeswar.
What is the pincode of Maharajpur?
The pincode of Maharajpur is 757034.
What is the population of Maharajpur?
Maharajpur had a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Maharajpur?
Maharajpur had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maharajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharajpur was 21.43%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 5.88%.