Maheswarpur - Chakdah, Nadia
Maheswarpur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 45.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Rautari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheswarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheswarpur is 322219. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.91 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maheswarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheswarpur
As per Census 2011, Maheswarpur village has a total population of 2,135 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,052 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,614 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 739 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maheswarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,135 | 1,083 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 739 | 375 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,614 | 876 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 207 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Maheswarpur
Maheswarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentul Baria | North | 1.11 km |
| Jutarpur | South | 1.13 km |
| Khorgachhi | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Rautari | West | 1.67 km |
| Jatrapur | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Nikhar Gachhi | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Chakgobindapur | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Tantgachi | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Baksha | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Narapati Para | South-West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maheswarpur
Maheswarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Maheswarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Maheswarpur is about 45.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheswarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheswarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maheswarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheswarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maheswarpur
Where is Maheswarpur located?
Maheswarpur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheswarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheswarpur is Rautari.
What is the pincode of Maheswarpur?
The pincode of Maheswarpur is 741223.
What is the population of Maheswarpur?
Maheswarpur has a total population of 2,135, including 1,083 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Maheswarpur?
There are 475 households in Maheswarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Maheswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheswarpur is 75.60%. Male literacy is 80.89% and female literacy is 70.15%.