Maheshwarpur - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Maheshwarpur is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Shyampur and around 46.1 km from Howrah. Balichaturi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshwarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshwarpur is 333153. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.73 hectares and falls under the 711315 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Uluberia Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshwarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshwarpur village had a total population of 1,136 people, including 595 males and 541 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.05%, with male literacy at 96.66% and female literacy at 84.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,136 | 595 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 113 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 521 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 74 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshwarpur
Maheshwarpur 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 Maheshwarpur
Maheshwarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Maheshwarpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Maheshwarpur is about 46.1 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 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 Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshwarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshwarpur is Balichaturi.
What is the pincode of Maheshwarpur?
The pincode of Maheshwarpur is 711315.
What is the population of Maheshwarpur?
Maheshwarpur had a total population of 1,136, including 595 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Maheshwarpur?
Maheshwarpur had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshwarpur was 91.05%. Male literacy was 96.66% and female literacy was 84.87%.