Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 37.5km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Sahajadpur is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.
Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 312741. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732138. Old Malda is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 509 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 421 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 317 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 192 | 234 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maheshpur village:
- The total population of Maheshpur village is around 972, including approximately 509 males and 463 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maheshpur village has 808 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 56.17%, with male literacy at 62.28% and female literacy at 49.46%.
- There are around 244 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) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Sahajadpur (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 732138, 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 972, with 509 males and 463 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 56.17%. The male literacy rate is 62.28%, while the female literacy rate is 49.46%.