Maheshpur

Maheshpur is a village located in Egra Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Balighai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Maheshpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sarbodaya is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.

Maheshpur has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Maheshpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 346844. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721452. Egra is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Maheshpur 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 Egra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Medinipur 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 Maheshpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,642 1,371 1,271
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 262 128 134
Scheduled Castes (SC) 114 61 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,206 1,217 989
Illiterate Population 436 154 282

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

  • The total population of Maheshpur village is around 2,642, including approximately 1,371 males and 1,271 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 262 children aged 0–6 years in Maheshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maheshpur village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maheshpur village is about 83.50%, with male literacy at 88.77% and female literacy at 77.81%.
  • There are around 602 households in Maheshpur village.

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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
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.

Basudebpur Maharampur Atbati Laskarpur Ganeshwarpur Chirulia Shyamhari Bar Kanda Gram Kachua Barbatia Bakharpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur

Where is Maheshpur located?
Maheshpur village is situated in Egra Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Sarbodaya (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 721452, 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 2,642, with 1,371 males and 1,271 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 602 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 83.50%. The male literacy rate is 88.77%, while the female literacy rate is 77.81%.