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.
Here you can discover what makes Maheshpur unique in its vibrant Surajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Maheshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur has a total population of about 2,863, with approximately 1,449 males and 1,414 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 494 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,034. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.11%, with male literacy at about 54.45% and female literacy near 37.55%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.