Mahishbathan - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Mahishbathan is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 76.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Deul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahishbathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahishbathan is 310337. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.54 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mahishbathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahishbathan
As per Census 2011, Mahishbathan village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 728 males and 718 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahishbathan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 728 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,420 | 715 | 705 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 378 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 350 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Mahishbathan
Mahishbathan 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 Mahishbathan
Mahishbathan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliyaganj to Mahishbathan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Mahishbathan is about 76.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahishbathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahishbathan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahishbathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahishbathan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahishbathan
Where is Mahishbathan located?
Mahishbathan village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahishbathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishbathan is Deul.
What is the pincode of Mahishbathan?
The pincode of Mahishbathan is 733132.
What is the population of Mahishbathan?
Mahishbathan has a total population of 1,446, including 728 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Mahishbathan?
There are 296 households in Mahishbathan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishbathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahishbathan is 45.57%. Male literacy is 51.92% and female literacy is 39.14%.