Mahatpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Mahatpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.3 km from Bongaon and around 62.1 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahatpur is 322603. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.34 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mahatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahatpur
As per Census 2011, Mahatpur village has a total population of 1,682 people, consisting of 855 males and 827 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 863 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,682 | 855 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 433 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 535 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 320 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Mahatpur
Mahatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majdob | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Ambikapur Mamudpur | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Balianpur | West | 1.44 km |
| Chitrangapur | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Asurhat | South | 1.69 km |
| Dakshin Panchpota | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Monaharpur | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Arsali | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Saishpur | West | 2.55 km |
| Ambarpur | East | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahatpur
Mahatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bongaon to Mahatpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Mahatpur is about 62.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahatpur
Where is Mahatpur located?
Mahatpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahatpur is Ganganandapur.
What is the pincode of Mahatpur?
The pincode of Mahatpur is 743251.
What is the population of Mahatpur?
Mahatpur has a total population of 1,682, including 855 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Mahatpur?
There are 391 households in Mahatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahatpur is 58.62%. Male literacy is 62.57% and female literacy is 54.53%.