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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meherbanpur
As per Census 2011, Meherbanpur village has a total population of 198 people, consisting of 105 males and 93 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meherbanpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 198, including 105 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Meherbanpur?
There are 45 households in Meherbanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Meherbanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meherbanpur is 80.30%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 78.49%.