Mahakhair - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Mahakhair is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 58.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahakhair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahakhair is 310705. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.73 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahakhair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahakhair
According to the 2011 Census, Mahakhair village had a total population of 283 people, including 133 males and 150 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.90%, with male literacy at 97.27% and female literacy at 96.55%.
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 | 283 | 133 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 26 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Mahakhair
Mahakhair 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 Mahakhair
Mahakhair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahakhair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Mahakhair is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Mahakhair is about 58.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahakhair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahakhair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahakhair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahakhair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahakhair
Where is Mahakhair located?
Mahakhair village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahakhair?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahakhair is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Mahakhair?
The pincode of Mahakhair is 733124.
What is the population of Mahakhair?
Mahakhair had a total population of 283, including 133 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Mahakhair?
Mahakhair had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahakhair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahakhair was 96.90%. Male literacy was 97.27% and female literacy was 96.55%.