Maheshra
Maheshra is a village located in Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kukshi (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Ghotiyadev is the gram panchayat of Maheshra village.
Here you can discover what makes Maheshra unique in its vibrant Kukshi-Dhar region. You’ll see Maheshra’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 Maheshra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshra is 475387. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.98 hectares. Kukshi is nearest town to Maheshra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Maheshra
Population of Maheshra
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshra has a total population of about 1,310, with approximately 647 males and 663 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 226 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,309. The overall literacy rate is approximately 15.42%, with male literacy at about 18.86% and female literacy near 12.07%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheshra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 647 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 109 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,309 | 646 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 122 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,108 | 525 | 583 |
Connectivity of Maheshra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshra. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Maheshra
Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshra
- Where is Maheshra located?
- Maheshra village is situated in Kukshi Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshra is Ghotiyadev (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Maheshra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshra is 1,310, with 647 males and 663 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshra village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshra is 15.42%. The male literacy rate is 18.86%, while the female literacy rate is 12.07%.