Mahammadpur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Mahammadpur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 74.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kushmore-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahammadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahammadpur is 316134. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.81 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahammadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahammadpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahammadpur village had a total population of 937 people, including 495 males and 442 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 431, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 937 | 495 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 230 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 300 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 195 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Mahammadpur
Mahammadpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahammadpur
Mahammadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mahammadpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Mahammadpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Mahammadpur is about 74.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahammadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahammadpur 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 Mahammadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahammadpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahammadpur
Where is Mahammadpur located?
Mahammadpur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahammadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahammadpur is Kushmore-ii.
What is the pincode of Mahammadpur?
The pincode of Mahammadpur is 731221.
What is the population of Mahammadpur?
Mahammadpur had a total population of 937, including 495 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Mahammadpur?
Mahammadpur had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahammadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahammadpur was 67.35%. Male literacy was 73.17% and female literacy was 60.87%.