Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Maheshpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 432535. The village spans a total geographical area of 710 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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 | 2,863 | 1,449 | 1,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 254 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,034 | 530 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 789 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,543 | 660 | 883 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:
- The total population of Maheshpur village is around 2,863, including approximately 1,449 males and 1,414 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 494 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshpur village has 237 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,034 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 46.11%, with male literacy at 54.45% and female literacy at 37.55%.
- There are around 616 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 |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- Maheshpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
- The pincode of Maheshpur is 497001, 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 2,863, with 1,449 males and 1,414 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 46.11%. The male literacy rate is 54.45%, while the female literacy rate is 37.55%.