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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mayureswar
As per Census 2011, Mayureswar village has a total population of 11,142 people, consisting of 5,650 males and 5,492 females. The village has 2,559 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,521 literate and 4,621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,984 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mayureswar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 11,142, including 5,650 males and 5,492 females.
How many households are there in Mayureswar?
There are 2,559 households in Mayureswar.
What is the literacy rate in Mayureswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mayureswar is 58.53%. Male literacy is 64.50% and female literacy is 52.39%.