Mahishal
About Mahishal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mahishal village is 312748. Mahishal village is located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 41.2km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Salaidanga is the gram panchayat of Mahishal village.
The total geographical area of village is 712.66 hectares. Mahishal has a total population of 1,806 peoples, out of which male population is 912 while female population is 894. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 980 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mahishal village is 54.43% out of which 59.76% males and 48.99% females are literate. There are about 366 houses in mahishal village. Pincode of mahishal village locality is 732124.
Old Malda is nearest town to mahishal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Mahishal
The population details of Mahishal 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 | 1,806 | 912 | 894 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 237 | 134 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,332 | 679 | 653 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 545 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 367 | 456 |
Connectivity of Mahishal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishal
Where is Mahishal located?
Mahishal village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahishal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishal is Salaidanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahishal?
The pincode of Mahishal is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahishal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishal is 1,806, with 912 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Mahishal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahishal village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishal is 54.43%. The male literacy rate is 59.76%, while the female literacy rate is 48.99%.