Chak Maheshpur - Kaliganj, Nadia
Chak Maheshpur is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 53.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Matiari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Maheshpur is 321370. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.9 hectares and falls under the 741156 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Maheshpur village had a total population of 398 people, including 202 males and 196 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.98%, with male literacy at 60.82% and female literacy at 57.06%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 202 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 98 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Maheshpur
Chak Maheshpur 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 Chak Maheshpur
Chak Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Katwa to Chak Maheshpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chak Maheshpur is about 53.7 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 Chak Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Maheshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Maheshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Maheshpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Maheshpur
Where is Chak Maheshpur located?
Chak Maheshpur village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Maheshpur is Matiari.
What is the pincode of Chak Maheshpur?
The pincode of Chak Maheshpur is 741156.
What is the population of Chak Maheshpur?
Chak Maheshpur had a total population of 398, including 202 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Chak Maheshpur?
Chak Maheshpur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Maheshpur was 58.98%. Male literacy was 60.82% and female literacy was 57.06%.