Meherbanpur - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Meherbanpur is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Goghat and around 91.4 km from Chinsura. Shyambazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meherbanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meherbanpur is 324179. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.67 hectares and falls under the 712612 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Meherbanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Meherbanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meherbanpur village had a total population of 198 people, including 105 males and 93 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.95%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 81.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Meherbanpur
Meherbanpur 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 Meherbanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Meherbanpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Meherbanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Meherbanpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Meherbanpur is about 91.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meherbanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meherbanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meherbanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meherbanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meherbanpur
Where is Meherbanpur located?
Meherbanpur village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meherbanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meherbanpur is Shyambazar.
What is the pincode of Meherbanpur?
The pincode of Meherbanpur is 712612.
What is the population of Meherbanpur?
Meherbanpur had a total population of 198, including 105 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Meherbanpur?
Meherbanpur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meherbanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meherbanpur was 85.95%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 81.11%.