Mahishda
Mahishda is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Mahishda village. As per 2009 stats, Keshpur is the gram panchayat of Mahishda village.
Mahishda has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mahishda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishda is 338329. The village spans a total geographical area of 184.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapore is nearest town to Mahishda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Mahishda
Below is a concise population overview of Mahishda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,601 | 823 | 778 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 112 | 96 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,014 | 501 | 513 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
Literate Population | 989 | 574 | 415 |
Illiterate Population | 612 | 249 | 363 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahishda village:
- The total population of Mahishda village is around 1,601, including approximately 823 males and 778 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Mahishda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahishda village has 1,014 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 66 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahishda village is about 61.77%, with male literacy at 69.74% and female literacy at 53.34%.
- There are around 320 households in Mahishda village.
Connectivity of Mahishda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishda. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahishda
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahishda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahishda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishda
- Where is Mahishda located?
- Mahishda village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahishda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahishda is Keshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahishda?
- The pincode of Mahishda is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahishda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishda is 1,601, with 823 males and 778 females.
- How many households are there in Mahishda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahishda village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahishda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishda is 61.77%. The male literacy rate is 69.74%, while the female literacy rate is 53.34%.