Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Tarakeswar subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Tarakeswar (tehsildar office) and 35.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Baligori Ii 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 324482. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712410. Tarakeshswar is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km 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 Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag 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 |
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Total Population | 1,498 | 758 | 740 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 172 | 156 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
Literate Population | 1,082 | 608 | 474 |
Illiterate Population | 416 | 150 | 266 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:
- The total population of Maheshpur village is around 1,498, including approximately 758 males and 740 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshpur village has 328 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 72.23%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 64.05%.
- There are around 398 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Tarakeswar Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Baligori Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
- The pincode of Maheshpur is 712410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 1,498, with 758 males and 740 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 398 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 72.23%. The male literacy rate is 80.21%, while the female literacy rate is 64.05%.