Maheshpur
Maheshpur is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.5km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 51.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Jambad is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Maheshpur unique in its vibrant Puncha-Puruliya region. You’ll see Maheshpur’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 Maheshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheshpur is 331139. The village spans a total geographical area of 592.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723128. Puruliya is nearest town to Maheshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Maheshpur
Population of Maheshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur has a total population of about 1,821, with approximately 939 males and 882 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 223 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 192. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.16%, with male literacy at about 77.32% and female literacy near 56.35%. There are around 359 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,821 | 939 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 123 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 108 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 726 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 213 | 385 |
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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheshpur
- Where is Maheshpur located?
- Maheshpur village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur is Jambad (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 723128, 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 1,821, with 939 males and 882 females.
- How many households are there in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheshpur village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheshpur is 67.16%. The male literacy rate is 77.32%, while the female literacy rate is 56.35%.