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.
Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Maheshpur
Population of Maheshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Maheshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:
- The total population of Maheshpur village is around 1,336, including approximately 699 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshpur village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 75.15%, with male literacy at 77.54% and female literacy at 72.53%.
- There are around 324 households in Maheshpur village.
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%.