Mahadebpur - Bagnan - I, Howrah
Mahadebpur is a village situated in the Bagnan - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Bagnan and around 47 km from Howrah. Khalore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahadebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahadebpur is 333057. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.41 hectares and falls under the 711303 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mahadebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagnan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahadebpur
As per Census 2011, Mahadebpur village has a total population of 3,772 people, consisting of 1,938 males and 1,834 females. The village has 848 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,004 literate and 768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahadebpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,772 | 1,938 | 1,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 206 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 287 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,004 | 1,592 | 1,412 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 346 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Mahadebpur
Mahadebpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sitalpur | South-East | 0.51 km |
| Khalor (ct) | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Khadinan | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Paikpari | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Madhabpur | East | 1.89 km |
| Janbar | East | 1.97 km |
| Ulanpara | North | 2.04 km |
| Bagnan (ct) | West | 2.18 km |
| Rasti | South-West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahadebpur
Mahadebpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagnan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 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 Uluberia to Mahadebpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Mahadebpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahadebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahadebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahadebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahadebpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahadebpur
Where is Mahadebpur located?
Mahadebpur village is located in Bagnan - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahadebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahadebpur is Khalore.
What is the pincode of Mahadebpur?
The pincode of Mahadebpur is 711303.
What is the population of Mahadebpur?
Mahadebpur has a total population of 3,772, including 1,938 males and 1,834 females.
How many households are there in Mahadebpur?
There are 848 households in Mahadebpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahadebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahadebpur is 79.64%. Male literacy is 82.15% and female literacy is 76.99%.