Maheshpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Maheshpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Polba and around 5.9 km from Chinsura. Sugandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur is 325186. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.14 hectares and falls under the 712102 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpur
As per Census 2011, Maheshpur village has a total population of 1,336 people, consisting of 699 males and 637 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,004 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,336 | 699 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 542 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 157 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannathbati | North-West | 0.60 km |
| Amdabad | South | 0.85 km |
| Amarpur | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Benabharui | North | 1.59 km |
| Sankarbati | South | 1.73 km |
| Akna | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Bhushnara | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Sugandha | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Erenga | West | 2.16 km |
| Panchrakhi | North | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshpur
Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chuchura, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Maheshpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Maheshpur is about 5.9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpur 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 Maheshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheshpur
Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Sugandha.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur is 712102.
What is the population of Maheshpur?
Maheshpur has a total population of 1,336, including 699 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur?
There are 324 households in Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur is 75.15%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 72.53%.