Mahishagot
Mahishagot is a village located in Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Basantia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Mahishagot village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bamunia is the gram panchayat of Mahishagot village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahishagot unique in its vibrant Deshopran-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Mahishagot’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 Mahishagot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishagot is 346391. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721450. Contai is nearest town to Mahishagot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Mahishagot
Population of Mahishagot
According to the 2011 Census, Mahishagot has a total population of about 1,278, with approximately 660 males and 618 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.18%, with male literacy at about 77.27% and female literacy near 70.87%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahishagot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 660 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 90 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 948 | 510 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 150 | 180 |
Connectivity of Mahishagot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishagot. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishagot 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahishagot
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahishagot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahishagot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishagot
- Where is Mahishagot located?
- Mahishagot village is situated in Deshopran Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahishagot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahishagot is Bamunia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahishagot?
- The pincode of Mahishagot is 721450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahishagot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishagot is 1,278, with 660 males and 618 females.
- How many households are there in Mahishagot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahishagot village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahishagot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishagot is 74.18%. The male literacy rate is 77.27%, while the female literacy rate is 70.87%.