Mahishdanga
Mahishdanga is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 26.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Babnan is the gram panchayat of Mahishdanga village.
Mahishdanga 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 Mahishdanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishdanga is 325263. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.35 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Mahishdanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mahishdanga 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 Mahishdanga
Population of Mahishdanga
Below is a concise population overview of Mahishdanga 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 | 963 | 495 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 58 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 194 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 43 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 336 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 159 | 188 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahishdanga village:
- The total population of Mahishdanga village is around 963, including approximately 495 males and 468 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Mahishdanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahishdanga village has 361 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 100 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahishdanga village is about 63.97%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 59.83%.
- There are around 241 households in Mahishdanga village.
Connectivity of Mahishdanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishdanga. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishdanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahishdanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahishdanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahishdanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishdanga
- Where is Mahishdanga located?
- Mahishdanga village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahishdanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahishdanga is Babnan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mahishdanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishdanga is 963, with 495 males and 468 females.
- How many households are there in Mahishdanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahishdanga village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahishdanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishdanga is 63.97%. The male literacy rate is 67.88%, while the female literacy rate is 59.83%.