Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Udaypur is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Maheshpur unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Maheshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maheshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 310504. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733129. Kaliagong is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Maheshpur
Population of Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur has a total population of about 411, with approximately 198 males and 213 females. The sex ratio is around 1075 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 303 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.50%, with male literacy at about 71.72% and female literacy near 55.87%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 198 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 149 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 261 | 142 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 56 | 94 |
Connectivity of Maheshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur
- Where is Maheshpur located?
- Maheshpur village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Udaypur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
- The pincode of Maheshpur is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 411, with 198 males and 213 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 63.50%. The male literacy rate is 71.72%, while the female literacy rate is 55.87%.