Maheshpura - Chachaura, Guna
Maheshpura is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Maheshpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpura is 499859. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 473118 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpura
As per Census 2011, Maheshpura village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 478 males and 442 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 518 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 478 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 338 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 140 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpura
Maheshpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijnipura | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Vinagaw (nagriy) | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Magron | North | 2.92 km |
| Damdampura | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Khatoolo (nagriy) | East | 3.50 km |
| Umarthana | West | 3.92 km |
| Jaysinghpura | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Bamori | South | 4.64 km |
| Sagar | East | 4.64 km |
| Charanpura | North-East | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshpura
Maheshpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Maheshpura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Maheshpura is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maheshpura
Where is Maheshpura located?
Maheshpura village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, 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 473118.
What is the population of Maheshpura?
Maheshpura has a total population of 920, including 478 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpura?
There are 161 households in Maheshpura.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpura is 56.30%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 40.72%.