Maheshwarpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Maheshwarpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from Polba and around 23.5 km from Chinsura. Dadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshwarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshwarpur is 325247. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.66 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maheshwarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshwarpur
As per Census 2011, Maheshwarpur village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 259 males and 263 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshwarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 259 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 146 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 113 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshwarpur
Maheshwarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Dadpur | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Hodla | North | 0.83 km |
| Tamila | South | 0.85 km |
| Khidirpur | East | 0.94 km |
| Rasulpur | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Hasnan | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Aima | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Kharsat | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Goe | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Kagnan | West | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshwarpur
Maheshwarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belmuri, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chinsurah to Maheshwarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Maheshwarpur is about 23.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshwarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshwarpur 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 Maheshwarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshwarpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maheshwarpur
Where is Maheshwarpur located?
Maheshwarpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshwarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshwarpur is Dadpur.
What is the pincode of Maheshwarpur?
The pincode of Maheshwarpur is 712305.
What is the population of Maheshwarpur?
Maheshwarpur has a total population of 522, including 259 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Maheshwarpur?
There are 124 households in Maheshwarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshwarpur is 54.79%. Male literacy is 56.37% and female literacy is 53.23%.