Maheshpur

Maheshpur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 5.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Sugandha is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Maheshpur unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Maheshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Maheshpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 325186. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.14 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

When it comes to local governance, Maheshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Maheshpur

According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur has a total population of about 1,336, with approximately 699 males and 637 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.15%, with male literacy at about 77.54% and female literacy near 72.53%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Connectivity of Maheshpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Maheshpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur

Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Sugandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 1,336, with 699 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 75.15%. The male literacy rate is 77.54%, while the female literacy rate is 72.53%.