Mayureswar - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Mayureswar is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 29.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mayureswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mayureswar is 316676. The village covers a total geographical area of 766.09 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Mayureswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mayureswar
According to the 2011 Census, Mayureswar village had a total population of 11,142 people, including 5,650 males and 5,492 females, living in 2,559 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 60.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,984, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 408.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,142 | 5,650 | 5,492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,502 | 747 | 755 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,984 | 989 | 995 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 200 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 6,521 | 3,644 | 2,877 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,621 | 2,006 | 2,615 |
Nearby Villages of Mayureswar
Mayureswar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paramtor | West | 1.76 km |
| Chaulja | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Kushtor | West | 1.82 km |
| Kamarhati | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Purbba Panchberia | East | 1.97 km |
| Brahmanbahara | North | 2.23 km |
| Jhikadda | West | 2.73 km |
| Chhota Turigram | East | 2.77 km |
| Katasur | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Chhota Kalikapur | South-West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mayureswar
Mayureswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gadadharpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Mayureswar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Mayureswar is about 29.9 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 Mayureswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mayureswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mayureswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mayureswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mayureswar
Where is Mayureswar located?
Mayureswar village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mayureswar?
Mayureswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mayureswar?
The pincode of Mayureswar is 731213.
What is the population of Mayureswar?
Mayureswar had a total population of 11,142, including 5,650 males and 5,492 females.
How many households are there in Mayureswar?
Mayureswar had 2,559 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mayureswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mayureswar was 67.65%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 60.73%.