Mahipur
Mahipur is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 45.3km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Belbari Ii is the gram panchayat of Mahipur village.
Mahipur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Mahipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahipur is 310602. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733142. Gangarampur is nearest town to Mahipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mahipur 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 Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mahipur
Population of Mahipur
Below is a concise population overview of Mahipur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,089 | 576 | 513 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 391 | 357 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 138 | 116 |
Literate Population | 619 | 368 | 251 |
Illiterate Population | 470 | 208 | 262 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahipur village:
- The total population of Mahipur village is around 1,089, including approximately 576 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Mahipur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahipur village has 748 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 254 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahipur village is about 56.84%, with male literacy at 63.89% and female literacy at 48.93%.
- There are around 254 households in Mahipur village.
Connectivity of Mahipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahipur. As per the 2011 stats, Mahipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahipur
- Where is Mahipur located?
- Mahipur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahipur is Belbari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahipur?
- The pincode of Mahipur is 733142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahipur is 1,089, with 576 males and 513 females.
- How many households are there in Mahipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahipur village has a total of 254 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahipur is 56.84%. The male literacy rate is 63.89%, while the female literacy rate is 48.93%.