Mahespur - Sonamura, Sepahijala
Mahespur is a village situated in the Sonamura subdivision of Sepahijala district, Tripura. It is located approximately 0.5 km from Kathalia and around 80 km from Agartala. North Maheshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahespur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahespur is 272134. The village covers a total geographical area of 803 hectares and falls under the 799132 pincode. Sonamura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahespur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahespur
As per Census 2011, Mahespur village has a total population of 4,181 people, consisting of 2,174 males and 2,007 females. The village has 1,027 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 433 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,363 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahespur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,181 | 2,174 | 2,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 225 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 159 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,363 | 1,836 | 1,527 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 338 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Mahespur
Mahespur 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 Mahespur
Mahespur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonamura to Mahespur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Mahespur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahespur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahespur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahespur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahespur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahespur
Where is Mahespur located?
Mahespur village is located in Sonamura Subdivision, Sepahijala district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahespur is North Maheshpur.
What is the pincode of Mahespur?
The pincode of Mahespur is 799132.
What is the population of Mahespur?
Mahespur has a total population of 4,181, including 2,174 males and 2,007 females.
How many households are there in Mahespur?
There are 1,027 households in Mahespur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahespur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahespur is 80.44%. Male literacy is 84.45% and female literacy is 76.08%.