Mahalitora

Mahalitora is a village located in Purulia I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 30km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Mahalitora village. As per 2009 stats, Lagda is the gram panchayat of Mahalitora village.

Mahalitora has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Mahalitora

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahalitora is 330975. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723149. Puruliya is nearest town to Mahalitora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mahalitora 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 Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia 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 Mahalitora

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,272 771 501
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 80 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 16 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 13 2
Literate Population 837 610 227
Illiterate Population 435 161 274

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

  • The total population of Mahalitora village is around 1,272, including approximately 771 males and 501 females, with a sex ratio of 649 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Mahalitora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahalitora village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahalitora village is about 65.80%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 45.31%.
  • There are around 193 households in Mahalitora village.

Connectivity of Mahalitora

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahalitora. As per the 2011 stats, Mahalitora 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahalitora

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahalitora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahalitora.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahalitora

Where is Mahalitora located?
Mahalitora village is situated in Purulia I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahalitora?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahalitora is Lagda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahalitora?
The pincode of Mahalitora is 723149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahalitora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahalitora is 1,272, with 771 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Mahalitora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahalitora village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahalitora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahalitora is 65.80%. The male literacy rate is 79.12%, while the female literacy rate is 45.31%.