Mahishgot

Mahishgot is a village located in Sankrail subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Sankrail (tehsildar office) and 10.8km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Kandua is the gram panchayat of Mahishgot village.

Mahishgot has its own place in the vibrant Haora 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 Mahishgot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishgot is 332850. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711309. Haora is nearest town to Mahishgot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mahishgot 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 Sankrail Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Howrah Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mahishgot

Below is a concise population overview of Mahishgot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,313 1,140 1,173
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 124 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,249 1,109 1,140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,625 864 761
Illiterate Population 688 276 412

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahishgot village:

  • The total population of Mahishgot village is around 2,313, including approximately 1,140 males and 1,173 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Mahishgot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahishgot village has 2,249 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahishgot village is about 70.26%, with male literacy at 75.79% and female literacy at 64.88%.
  • There are around 532 households in Mahishgot village.

Connectivity of Mahishgot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishgot. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishgot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahishgot

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahishgot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahishgot.

Ghoraghat Dadpur Betiari Manoharpur Kanyamani Chatur Bhujkathi Alampur Jangalpur Chak Radhadasi Dhulagari Mirjapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishgot

Where is Mahishgot located?
Mahishgot village is situated in Sankrail Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahishgot?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishgot is Kandua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahishgot?
The pincode of Mahishgot is 711309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahishgot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishgot is 2,313, with 1,140 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Mahishgot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahishgot village has a total of 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishgot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishgot is 70.26%. The male literacy rate is 75.79%, while the female literacy rate is 64.88%.