Mahishgote - Domjur, Howrah

Mahishgote is a village situated in the Domjur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from Domjur and around 13.1 km from Howrah. Uttar Jhapardaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahishgote village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahishgote is 332777. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.75 hectares and falls under the 711405 pincode. Howrah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.

Mahishgote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Mahishgote

According to the 2011 Census, Mahishgote village had a total population of 2,119 people, including 1,071 males and 1,048 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.51%, with male literacy at 51.52% and female literacy at 43.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,861.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Mahishgote

Mahishgote 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Mahishgote

Mahishgote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gobra, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Howrah to Mahishgote is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Mahishgote is about 13.1 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 Mahishgote

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahishgote village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Mahishgote

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahishgote village are given below:

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