Maheshpur - Tarabganj, Gonda
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Tarabganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarabganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Maheshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 175489. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.8 hectares and falls under the 271319 pincode.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mankapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village had a total population of 1,588 people, including 833 males and 755 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.71%, with male literacy at 38.11% and female literacy at 26.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 404.
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 | 1,588 | 833 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 177 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 199 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 250 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 583 | 600 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Maheshpur. Maheshpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Maheshpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Tarabganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 271319.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur had a total population of 1,588, including 833 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
Maheshpur had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur was 32.71%. Male literacy was 38.11% and female literacy was 26.63%.