Maheshpura - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Maheshpura is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Maheshpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpura is 055831. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.77 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Maheshpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpura
As per Census 2011, Maheshpura village has a total population of 5,328 people, consisting of 2,744 males and 2,584 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 947 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,645 literate and 2,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 777 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,328 | 2,744 | 2,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 947 | 460 | 487 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 413 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,645 | 1,584 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,683 | 1,160 | 1,523 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpura
Maheshpura 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 Maheshpura
Maheshpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maheshpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Maheshpura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Maheshpura is about 40 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 Maheshpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maheshpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheshpura
Where is Maheshpura located?
Maheshpura village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpura?
Maheshpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maheshpura?
The pincode of Maheshpura is 262401.
What is the population of Maheshpura?
Maheshpura has a total population of 5,328, including 2,744 males and 2,584 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpura?
There are 919 households in Maheshpura.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpura is 49.64%. Male literacy is 57.73% and female literacy is 41.06%.