Mahajan
Mahajan is a village located in Ramnagar I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Ramnagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Mahajan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gobra is the gram panchayat of Mahajan village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahajan unique in its vibrant Ramnagar I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Mahajan’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 Mahajan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahajan is 346908. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721446. Contai is nearest town to Mahajan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Mahajan
Population of Mahajan
According to the 2011 Census, Mahajan has a total population of about 1,136, with approximately 562 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 406 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.39%, with male literacy at about 88.26% and female literacy near 82.58%. There are around 241 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahajan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,136 | 562 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 209 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 496 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 66 | 100 |
Connectivity of Mahajan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahajan. As per the 2011 stats, Mahajan 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 Mahajan
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahajan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahajan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahajan
- Where is Mahajan located?
- Mahajan village is situated in Ramnagar I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahajan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahajan is Gobra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahajan?
- The pincode of Mahajan is 721446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahajan is 1,136, with 562 males and 574 females.
- How many households are there in Mahajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahajan village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahajan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahajan is 85.39%. The male literacy rate is 88.26%, while the female literacy rate is 82.58%.