Maheshwarpur
Maheshwarpur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 23.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Dadpur is the gram panchayat of Maheshwarpur village.
Maheshwarpur 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 Maheshwarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshwarpur is 325247. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.66 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Maheshwarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Maheshwarpur 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 Dhanekhali 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 Maheshwarpur
Population of Maheshwarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Maheshwarpur 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 | 522 | 259 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 146 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 113 | 123 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshwarpur village:
- The total population of Maheshwarpur village is around 522, including approximately 259 males and 263 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshwarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshwarpur village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maheshwarpur village is about 54.79%, with male literacy at 56.37% and female literacy at 53.23%.
- There are around 124 households in Maheshwarpur village.
Connectivity of Maheshwarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshwarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshwarpur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maheshwarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshwarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshwarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshwarpur
- Where is Maheshwarpur located?
- Maheshwarpur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshwarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshwarpur is Dadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Maheshwarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshwarpur is 522, with 259 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshwarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshwarpur village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshwarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshwarpur is 54.79%. The male literacy rate is 56.37%, while the female literacy rate is 53.23%.