Mahishdanga
About Mahishdanga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mahishdanga village is 325263. Mahishdanga village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 113.35 hectares. Mahishdanga has a total population of 963 peoples, out of which male population is 495 while female population is 468. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 945 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mahishdanga village is 63.97% out of which 67.88% males and 59.83% females are literate. There are about 241 houses in mahishdanga village.
When it comes to administration, Mahishdanga village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mahishdanga village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chinsurah is nearest town to mahishdanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Mahishdanga
The population details of Mahishdanga cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 495 | 468 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 101 | 58 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 361 | 194 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 100 | 43 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 336 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 159 | 188 |
Connectivity of Mahishdanga
| 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 |
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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%.