Maharaj Nagar - Neturia, Purulia

Maharaj Nagar is a village situated in the Neturia subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.2 km from Neturia and around 52.6 km from Purulia. Janardandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maharaj Nagar village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharaj Nagar is 330419. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.08 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.

Maharaj Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.

Population of Maharaj Nagar

According to the 2011 Census, Maharaj Nagar village had a total population of 517 people, including 272 males and 245 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 44.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 469.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Maharaj Nagar

Maharaj Nagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Maharaj Nagar

Maharaj Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramkanali Jn, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Maharaj Nagar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Maharaj Nagar is about 52.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Maharaj Nagar

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharaj Nagar village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Maharaj Nagar

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharaj Nagar village are given below:

FAQs about Maharaj Nagar