Mahishanga

Mahishanga is a village located in Memari Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.7km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Mahishanga village. As per 2009 stats, Bohar I is the gram panchayat of Mahishanga village.

Mahishanga has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Mahishanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishanga is 320358. The village spans a total geographical area of 226.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713422. Memari is nearest town to Mahishanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mahishanga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mahishanga

Below is a concise population overview of Mahishanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,101 1,047 1,054
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 217 107 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) 317 153 164
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 394 189 205
Literate Population 1,366 745 621
Illiterate Population 735 302 433

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahishanga village:

  • The total population of Mahishanga village is around 2,101, including approximately 1,047 males and 1,054 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Mahishanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahishanga village has 317 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 394 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahishanga village is about 65.02%, with male literacy at 71.16% and female literacy at 58.92%.
  • There are around 521 households in Mahishanga village.

Connectivity of Mahishanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishanga. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahishanga

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahishanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahishanga.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishanga

Where is Mahishanga located?
Mahishanga village is situated in Memari Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahishanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishanga is Bohar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahishanga?
The pincode of Mahishanga is 713422, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahishanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishanga is 2,101, with 1,047 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Mahishanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahishanga village has a total of 521 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishanga is 65.02%. The male literacy rate is 71.16%, while the female literacy rate is 58.92%.