Maheshpur - Dharmanagar, North Tripura
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 5 km from Kadamtala and around 31 km from Kailasahar. Sarala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 272619. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 799261 pincode. Dharmanagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kadamtala-kurti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpur
As per Census 2011, Maheshpur village has a total population of 2,588 people, consisting of 1,332 males and 1,256 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,015 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 498 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,588 | 1,332 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 207 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 254 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,015 | 1,086 | 929 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 246 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Maheshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Himmatpur | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Kalikrishnanagar | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Birampur | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Nidaya | South | 5.15 km |
| Paharpur | North | 6.06 km |
| Dakshin Taibandal | North-East | 6.32 km |
| Jagatrampur | North-East | 6.86 km |
| Paschim Peporiakhola | East | 8.55 km |
| Khedarbari | North | 8.65 km |
| Barapathari | South-East | 9.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharmanagar to Maheshpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Maheshpur is about 31 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 Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maheshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Dharmanagar Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Sarala.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 799261.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur has a total population of 2,588, including 1,332 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
There are 578 households in Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur is 77.86%. Male literacy is 81.53% and female literacy is 73.96%.