Mahatapur

Mahatapur is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Salbani. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Mahatapur village. As per 2009 stats, Lalgeria is the gram panchayat of Mahatapur village.

Mahatapur 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 Mahatapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahatapur is 338715. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721516. Midnapur is nearest town to Mahatapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mahatapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mahatapur

Below is a concise population overview of Mahatapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 499 258 241
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 38 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 82 38 44
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 297 170 127
Illiterate Population 202 88 114

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahatapur village:

  • The total population of Mahatapur village is around 499, including approximately 258 males and 241 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Mahatapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahatapur village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahatapur village is about 59.52%, with male literacy at 65.89% and female literacy at 52.70%.
  • There are around 105 households in Mahatapur village.

Connectivity of Mahatapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahatapur. As per the 2011 stats, Mahatapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahatapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahatapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahatapur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahatapur

Where is Mahatapur located?
Mahatapur village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahatapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahatapur is Lalgeria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahatapur?
The pincode of Mahatapur is 721516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahatapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahatapur is 499, with 258 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Mahatapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahatapur village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahatapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahatapur is 59.52%. The male literacy rate is 65.89%, while the female literacy rate is 52.70%.