Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Maheshpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Alikosha is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Maheshpur unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Maheshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maheshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 343699. The village spans a total geographical area of 280.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.
Google Map of Maheshpur
Population of Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur has a total population of about 1,308, with approximately 668 males and 640 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 681 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 480. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.59%, with male literacy at about 64.82% and female literacy near 43.91%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 668 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 354 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 240 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 433 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 235 | 359 |
Connectivity of Maheshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Maheshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Maheshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur
- Where is Maheshpur located?
- Maheshpur village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Alikosha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maheshpur?
- The pincode of Maheshpur is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheshpur is 1,308, with 668 males and 640 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 54.59%. The male literacy rate is 64.82%, while the female literacy rate is 43.91%.