Mahapal - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Mahapal is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahapal is 340493. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.36 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mahapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahapal
As per Census 2011, Mahapal village has a total population of 1,867 people, consisting of 943 males and 924 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,306 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,867 | 943 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 106 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,212 | 610 | 602 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 763 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 180 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Mahapal
Mahapal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahapal
Mahapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Mahapal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahapal
Where is Mahapal located?
Mahapal village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahapal is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Mahapal?
The pincode of Mahapal is 721517.
What is the population of Mahapal?
Mahapal has a total population of 1,867, including 943 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Mahapal?
There are 353 households in Mahapal.
What is the literacy rate in Mahapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahapal is 69.95%. Male literacy is 80.91% and female literacy is 58.77%.