Mahishakuri
Mahishakuri is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 78.6km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Udaypur is the gram panchayat of Mahishakuri village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahishakuri unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Mahishakuri’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 Mahishakuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishakuri is 310511. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Kaliagong is nearest town to Mahishakuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Mahishakuri
Population of Mahishakuri
According to the 2011 Census, Mahishakuri has a total population of about 450, with approximately 223 males and 227 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 333. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.00%, with male literacy at about 41.70% and female literacy near 30.40%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahishakuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 450 | 223 | 227 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 161 | 172 |
Literate Population | 162 | 93 | 69 |
Illiterate Population | 288 | 130 | 158 |
Connectivity of Mahishakuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishakuri. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishakuri 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahishakuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahishakuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahishakuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishakuri
- Where is Mahishakuri located?
- Mahishakuri village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahishakuri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahishakuri is Udaypur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahishakuri?
- The pincode of Mahishakuri is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahishakuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishakuri is 450, with 223 males and 227 females.
- How many households are there in Mahishakuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahishakuri village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahishakuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishakuri is 36.00%. The male literacy rate is 41.70%, while the female literacy rate is 30.40%.