Maheshchandrapur - Chakdah, Nadia
Maheshchandrapur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 32.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 51.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hingnara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshchandrapur is 322285. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.62 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maheshchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Maheshchandrapur village has a total population of 1,870 people, consisting of 1,000 males and 870 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,475 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheshchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,870 | 1,000 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 98 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,499 | 800 | 699 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 823 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 177 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshchandrapur
Maheshchandrapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagrabpur | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Hing Nara | North | 1.17 km |
| Purulia | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Ballabhpur | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Ber Baria | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Sarapur | South | 2.05 km |
| Hariankha | North | 2.11 km |
| Dumuria | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Lakhmipur | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Garuimari | South | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheshchandrapur
Maheshchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Maheshchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Maheshchandrapur is about 51.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maheshchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshchandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheshchandrapur
Where is Maheshchandrapur located?
Maheshchandrapur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshchandrapur is Hingnara.
What is the pincode of Maheshchandrapur?
The pincode of Maheshchandrapur is 741223.
What is the population of Maheshchandrapur?
Maheshchandrapur has a total population of 1,870, including 1,000 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Maheshchandrapur?
There are 438 households in Maheshchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshchandrapur is 78.88%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 74.94%.